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Introduction
Throughout this report our business model diagram below will indicate which area of our value chain is related to the narrative.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
01
11
69
117
183
Overview
Strategic report
Governance
Financial statements
Other information
2015 Highlights
01
The business
02
Performance highlights
04
05
08
Business model
12
12
19
Key relationships
The marketplace
22
25
28
Key performance
indicators
30
Risk management
32
Long-term
viability statement
38
Operational review
39
Mining division
39
48
52
Managing a
sustainable business
53
Financial review
64
Results
64
Revenue
65
Cash flows
67
Financial position
68
Corporate
Governance Report
70
Leadership
72
72
Board of Directors
74
Executive Committee
77
Effectiveness
The Board in more detail
79
79
Information and
professional development 82
Performance evaluation
Accountability
Board Committees
84
85
85
90
Sustainability
and Stakeholder
Management Committee
93
Projects Committee
95
Remuneration
96
Annual Statement by
the Chairman of the
Remuneration and Talent
Management Committee
96
Summary of Directors
Remuneration Policy
98
Annual Report on
Remuneration 2015
99
114
Statement of Directors
Responsibilities
116
Independent
auditors report
118
Five-year summary
184
Consolidated
income statement
122
186
Mining production
and sales, cash cost
reconciliation, transport
andwater statistics
Consolidated statement
of comprehensive income
123
Consolidated statement
of changes in equity
123
194
197
Shareholder information
200
Consolidated cash
flow statement
125
ibc
Notes to the
financial statements
126
Parent Company
financial statements
179
2015 Highlights
141
15
704.8
12
13
14
630.3
721.2
Copper production
11
11
142
11
12
152
1.50
1.43
1.36
13
1.03
/lb
1.02
$1.50
12
0.6
42.8
66.9
105.2
13
14
15
1 Restated.
2 From continuing operations.
Antofagasta plc 01
OTHER INFORMATION
cents
15
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
0.6
GOVERNANCE
13
709.6
tonnes
640.5
630,300
12
STRATEGIC REPORT
11
3,394.6
5,145.6
5,971.6
6,740.1
Revenue
6,076.0
OVERVIEW
$3,394.6
The business
Mining is the Groups core business, representing over 90% of Group revenue
and EBITDA. The Group operates four copper mines in Chile, two of which also
produce significant by-products. The Group has a significant portfolio of growth
opportunities located predominantly in Chile and in the United States.
Further information on pages 39 to 51.
Group strategy
Mining
1 The existing core business
Los Pelambres
Centinela
60% owned
70% owned
2
3
The existing
core business
C
onstant focus on cost management
and compliance
Delivery of production and cash cost guidance
Continue to get the best possible performance
from existing assets
Proactive new approach with community and
other stakeholders
C
omplete Antucoya ramp up to design capacity
Complete Centinela 105 ktpd expansion
Progress Encuentro Oxides and Centinela
Molybdenum Plant projects
Advance Centinela Second Concentrator and
Los Pelambres Incremental Expansion feasibility
studies and permitting
Antucoya
Zaldvar
70% owned
50% owned
Production
Copper (tonnes)
2015
2016 forecast
Los Pelambres
363,200
355365,000
Centinela Concentrates
145,200
175185,000
Centinela Cathodes
75,900
6065,000
Michilla1
29,400
Antucoya
12,200
6570,000
Zaldvar2
Total
4,400
5055,000
630,300
710740,000
Molybdenum (tonnes)
Gold (ounces)
2015
2016 forecast
10,100
89,000
10,100
89,000
Growth beyond
the core business
51,400
4555,000
162,500
200220,000
213,900
245275,000
OVERVIEW
Centinela
Los Pelambres
IncrementalExpansion
Encuentro Oxides
Molybdenum Plant
(000 tonnes)
2015
6,805
Los Pelambres
OTHER INFORMATION
Volume transported
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Twin Metals
Exploration
GOVERNANCE
Under construction
STRATEGIC REPORT
Transport
Energy
The Group has a number of investments in
energy assets in Chile, with particular focus
onrenewable energy.
Further information on page 51.
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Performance highlights
Revenue by division1
$3,394.6m
A Mining
1 Los Pelambres
2 Centinela
3 Michilla
B Transport
$890.7m
A Mining
B Transport
3,242.2
1,807.2
1,266.1
168.9
152.4
EBITDA by division1
832.3
58.4
18.7bn tonnes
Mineral resources2
11
12
13
14
18.7
17.9
16.2
13.7
15.2
15
A Los Pelambres
6,104 Mt @
0.51% Cu
G Encuentro
1,212 Mt @
0.42% Cu
B Centinela
3,553 Mt @
0.39% Cu
H Zaldvar
582 Mt @
0.53% Cu
C Twin Metals
2,372 Mt @
0.45% Cu
I Penancho
Blanco
293 Mt @
0.41% Cu
D Los Volcanes
1,904 Mt @
0.50% Cu
J Michilla
60 Mt @
1.64% Cu
E Polo Sur
1,544 Mt @
0.34% Cu
K Mirador
51 Mt @
0.34% Cu
F Antucoya
1,255 Mt @
0.31% Cu
L LlanoPaleocanal
46 Mt @
0.50% Cu
Mineral resources by
operation and deposit2
H
G
J-L
D
C
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Antofagasta plc 05
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Dear Shareholders,
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Antofagasta plc 07
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Outlook
GOVERNANCE
Safety
3
Discipline
Antofagasta plc 09
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2
Optimise
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
1
Position
OVERVIEW
Areas of focus
Strategic report
12
12
19
Key relationships
22
The marketplace
25
28
30
32
38
Operational review
Mining division
39
40
48
52
53
Financial review
64
Revenue
65
Cash flows
67
Financial position
68
68
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Results
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Risk management
Long-term viability statement
OVERVIEW
Business model
OTHER INFORMATION
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Business model
1. Inputs
2. Exploration
3. Evaluation
4. Construction
Resources
Relationships
Chile
International
Los Pelambres
Incremental
Expansion
Centinela Second
Concentrator
Twin Metals
Encuentro Oxides
Centinela
Molybdenum Plant
urther information
F
on page 14.
Further information
onpage 14.
Further information
onpage 15.
urther information
F
onpage 15.
Income
35 YEARS
5 YEARS
35 YEARS
Investment
Innovative sustainability
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Core operations
6. Processing
7. Marketing
8. Restoration
urther information
F
onpages 16 and 17.
Further information
onpages 16 and 17.
Further information
onpage 18.
urther information
F
onpage 18.
Income
+20 YEARS
Investment
Antofagasta plc 13
OTHER INFORMATION
urther information
F
onpages 16 and 17.
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Antucoya
Zaldvar
9. Outputs
GOVERNANCE
5. Extraction
Business model
Creating value through the mining lifecycle
1. Inputs
Balanced
inputs
The Groups mining operations depend on a range of key inputs, such as energy,
water,labourand fuel. The management of these inputs has a significant impact
onoperating costs, so ensuring the long-term availability of key resources is a vital
partofsupply management.
Resources
Labour
Financial capital
Mineral resource-rich land
Relationships with
Employees and contractors
Customers
Suppliers
Energy
Water
Reagents
Neighbouring communities
Environment
Government and
public authorities
Infrastructure providers
ore on key inputs and
M
cost base on pages 19 to 21.
Growing
resources
Exploration programmes
throughout Chile
More on pages 50 and 51.
Earn-in agreements in
NorthAmerica, Latin
America, Europe, Africa
andAustralia
More on pages 50 and 51.
Increased mineral
resources by 831.3
million tonnes in 2015
atLosVolcanes and
Polo Sur deposits.
Exploration 35 years
2. Exploration
INPUTS
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
Los Pelambres
Incremental Expansion
Centinela Second
Concentrator
OUTPUTS
STRATEGIC REPORT
Twin Metals
More on page 50.
Encuentro Oxides
More on page 48.
Molybdenum Plant
More on page 48.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Centinela
GOVERNANCE
Risk sharing
Efficient
construction
and cost control
Construction 35 years
4. Construction
OVERVIEW
Maximising
value
EVALUATION
Evaluation 5 years
3. Evaluation
EXPLORATION
OTHER INFORMATION
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Business model
Creating value through the mining lifecycle
Operating
efficiency
5. Extraction
In December 2015, the Group acquired a 50% interest in the Zaldvar copper
mine and became the operator.
Safety and health are key elements of operational efficiency and remain a top
priority for the Board and management team.
Quality
output
Long-term
relationships
7. Marketing
The Group mines both copper sulphide and copper oxide ores which
require different processing routes:
6. Processing
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Los Pelambres
More on pages 40 to 42.
Sulphide Ore
355365,000 tonnes
GOVERNANCE
Centinela Concentrates
More on pages 43 and 44.
175185,000 tonnes
Centinela Cathodes
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
6065,000 tonnes
Heap-leaching
andSX-EW
Concentrator
Antucoya
More on page 46.
OTHER INFORMATION
6570,000 tonnes
Zaldvar
More on page 47.
5055,000 tonnes
Cathodes
Concentrates
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Business model
Creating value through the mining lifecycle
Managing
our impact
8. Restoration
Sustainable development
is an essential component
of the Groups decisionmaking process and
business model.
9. Outputs
Economic
andsocial
value
Outputs
Copper
By-products: gold, molybdenum and silver
Outcomes
Financial (reinvested profits, dividends
toshareholders, taxes to government)
Improved local infrastructure
Impact on environment (minimised as
faras possible, see page 55)
Social and economic benefit to local
communities (jobs and opportunities
forpartnerships with local business)
Benefit to wider society and industry
(products used in a wide range of sectors)
More on KPIs on pages 30 and 31.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
$/MWh
250
200
H1 2014
Average $155
H1 2015
Average $133
150
H2 2014
Average $107
100
H2 2015
Average $58
H1 2014
Average $88
Dec 2013
Central grid (SIC)
H2 2014
Average $63
Jun 2014
H1 2015
Average $54
Dec 2014
H2 2015
Average $48
Jun 2015
Dec 2015
Exchange rate
Ch$/$
450
H1 2014
Average 553
H2 2014
Average 587
H1 2015
Average 621
700
H2 2015
Average 687
750
Dec 2013
Jun 2014
Dec 2014
Jun 2015
Dec 2015
OTHER INFORMATION
550
650
500
600
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
50
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Business model
Key inputs and cost base
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
Labour
Sulphuric acid
The sulphuric acid market weakened during
2015, mainly due to lower consumption
in the fertiliser industry. In Chile, acid
consumption at mine operations decreased
as lower copper prices affected production,
lowering the regional deficit and causing
prices to drop by the end of the year.
The Group secures most of its sulphuric
acid requirements for a year or longer at
specified rates, normally agreed in the latter
part of the previous year. Therefore, the
decline in demand is likely to benefit the
acidprocurement programme in 2016.
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OUTPUTS
GOVERNANCE
RESTORATION
STRATEGIC REPORT
MARKETING
OVERVIEW
Water
PROCESSING
Business model
Key relationships
The Group cannot run its business in isolation. The business
model is underpinned by a series of relationships with
stakeholders at local, regional, national and international level,
which contribute to the long-term success of the Group.
The Group forms long-term partnerships with some suppliers,
while others are managed with a more short-term focus based
on market competition.
Customers
Most of the copper and molybdenum sales
are made under annual contracts or longerterm framework agreements, with sales
volumes agreed for the coming year.
The majority of sales are to industrial
customers who refine or further process
the copper smelters, in the case of
copper concentrate production, and
copper fabricators in the case of cathode
production. The Groups marketing
team builds long-term relationships with
these core customers, while maintaining
relationships with trading companies that
participate in shorter-term sales.
Over 80% of the Groups mining sales are
under contracts of a year or longer and
metals sales pricing is generally based
onprevailing market prices.
Structure of the Groups sales contracts
The Groups sales contracts typically set
out the annual volumes to be supplied and
the main terms for the sale of each payable
metal, with the pricing of the contained
copper in line with LME prices. In the case
of concentrate, a deduction is made from
LME prices to reflect TC/RCs the smelting
and refining costs necessary to process
the concentrate into copper cathodes.
These TC/RCs are typically determined
annually and in line with terms negotiated
across the concentrate market.
INPUTS
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
Contractors
The number of contractors working for
Antofagasta varies according to business
needs and the level of construction activity.
As at 31 December 2015, there were
approximately 13,900 contractors working
at the Groups operations and projects.
This was some 30% lower than the
same time last year, principally due to
the completion of construction of the
Antucoya project.
Contractors are vitally important to mining
operations and the Group aims to build
long-term relationships with contractor
companies based on the highest standards.
Safety and health targets are included in
performance contracts and compliance
withsafety and human rights laws and
labour regulations are assessed regularly
byinternal and external audits.
OTHER INFORMATION
Employees
PROCESSING
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
EXTRACTION
GOVERNANCE
CONSTRUCTION
STRATEGIC REPORT
EVALUATION
OVERVIEW
Suppliers
EXPLORATION
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Business model
Key relationships
19,200
Local communities
The marketplace
OVERVIEW
Products
STRATEGIC REPORT
The Groups mining operations produce copper with by-products of gold, molybdenum and
silver. Los Pelambres and Centinela produce copper concentrate containing gold and silver,
which is sold to smelters for further processing and refining into copper cathodes, as well as
the production of gold and silver. Copper contained in concentrates made up over 80% of the
Groups copper sales in 2015. Centinela, Antucoya and Zaldvar produce copper cathodes which
are sold directly to fabricators and trading companies. Cathode production is set to increase
during 2016 with Antucoyas ramp-up to full production and the recent acquisition of 50% of
theZaldvar mine. Los Pelambres produces molybdenum concentrate, which is sold to roasters
for further processing.
For more information on the structure of the Groups sales contracts, please see page 22.
GOVERNANCE
$1,606.7m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
$1,058.9m
$252.0m
$168.9m
Centinela
Molybdenum
Michilla
Gold
$m
$50.4m
Silver
$m
Los Pelambres
1,606.7
252.0
Centinela
1,058.9
105.3
Michilla
168.9
Total copper
50.4
2,834.5
B
C
A Construction
29.3
B Consumer products
28.6
19.2
D Transport
12.3
E Industrial machinery
10.6
1S
ource: Wood Mackenzies Q4 2015
Copper Outlook December 2015.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Los Pelambres
$105.3m
The marketplace
Copper
Gold
Molybdenum
The main use of molybdenum is as a key
alloying element in steel, although it is also
used in other products such as catalysts.
Contract prices are typically based on
price benchmarks such as those reported
by Platts.
OVERVIEW
Market environment
Average LME copper price
$/Lb
3.40
3.20
3.00
2.60
H1 2014
Average $3.14/lb
STRATEGIC REPORT
2.80
H2 2014
Average $3.09/lb
2.40
H1 2015
Average $2.69/lb
2.20
2.00
H1 2015
Average $2.30/lb
1.80
31 Dec 2013
30 Jun 2014
31 Dec 2014
Market outlook
Benchmark TC/RCs for 2016 are $97.35
perdry metric tonne of concentrate and
9.735c/lb of refined copper. This rate is
some 9% lower than the benchmark set
for 2015 and reflects a tighter market and
increased smelter capacity, particularly
in China.
Gold
The gold price declined by more than
11% during 2015, influenced by bearish
sentiment from the wider commodity
complex. Better economic performance
by European and US equity markets in the
first half of the year also weakened demand
for gold as a safe haven investment. In the
months leading up to the US Federal
Reserves rate hike in December, higher
bond yields and the strengthening US dollar
put further downward pressure on gold.
These factors led to significant outflows
from gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)
with almost 100 tonnes leaving ETFs in the
year. Investors sentiment was bearish, with
average net longs reaching their lowest level
since 2003.
Gold averaged $1,160/oz in 2015 compared
with $1,266/oz in 2014 and closed the year
at $1,061/oz. The consensus price forecast
for 2016 is$1,160/oz.
Molybdenum
Molybdenum prices decreased to their
lowest levels for 12 years as a result of
lower demand from the steel industry and
increased mine supply. The price averaged
$6.7/lb for the year, compared with $11.4/lb
in 2014, and the consensus forecast is it will
fall further in 2016 to an average annual price
below $6.0/lb.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Market outlook
The general consensus is that the market
will show a small surplus for a couple of
years and then will move into deficit as
supply is constrained by lack of investment
while demand continues to grow. In the
current low-price environment, greenfield
and brownfield projects across the world
have been postponed and further cuts in
production by producers are expected during
the year if the price remains at a low level.
Demand growth will continue to be linked
toChinese consumption.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
31 Dec 2015
GOVERNANCE
Refined copper
30 Jun 2015
2
3
OVERVIEW
2015 in Review
The Group regrets that there has been one fatality this year.
The Group is convinced that the Safety Model introduced in 2014
is the right approach and will keep on working with employees,
contractors and suppliers to ensure the effective implementation
ofthe critical controls associated with this model
Zero fatalities
Group net cash costs for the full year 2015 of $1.50/lb, in line with
initial guidance for the year
2015 in Review
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2015 in Review
Group revenue
11
12
13
141
3,394.6
Performance in 2015
Revenue fell 34.0% in 2015, mainly
dueto lower realised copper prices,
lower copper sales volumes and
reduced gold by-product revenues.
5,145.6
Why it is important
Revenue represents the income
fromsales, principally from the
sale ofcopper as well as the
gold, molybdenum and silver
byproduct credits.
5,917.6
$3,394.6m
6,740.1
Financial KPIs
6,076.0
152
EBITDA
$890.7m
890.7
2,141.4
2,702.2
3,864.4
Performance in 2015
EBITDA fell by over 58% in 2015
asa result of lower production,
lowerrealised prices and slightly
higherunitoperating costs.
3,660.5
Why it is important
This is a measure of the Groups
underlying profitability.
11
12
13
141
152
0.6 cents
11
12
13
142
1 Restated.
2 From continuing operations.
0.6
42.8
66.9
105.2
Performance in 2015
EPS was impacted by lower profitability
as costs rose and realised prices fell.
125.4
Why it is important
This is a measure of the profit
attributable to shareholders.
152
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
Why it is important
Copper is the Groups main
product and its production is
akeyoperational parameter.
Why it is important
Safety is a key priority for the Group
with the LTIFR being one of the principal
measures of performance.
Water consumption5
Why it is important
This is a key indicator of operational
efficiency and profitability.
Why it is important
Water is aprecious resource and
the Group is focused on maximising
efficientuse and utilising the
most sustainable sources as
production grows.
1.98
13
14
15
Emissions6
Why it is important
Expansion of the Groups mineral
resources base has supported
itsstrongorganic growth pipeline.
Why it is important
The Group recognises the risks and
opportunities of climate change and
the need to measure and mitigate its
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
The Group is investing in renewable
energy projects both to address rising
costs and as part of its approach to
mitigate climate change.
24.7
26.8
24.4
22.6
25.5
13
14
15
14
15
n analysis of the Groups copper production and cash costs is included inthe
A
Operational review on pages 39to51 and within the Financial review on pages
64to 68.
11
12
13
14
3.24
2.92
2.76
18.7
17.9
16.2
13
2.98
12
Performance in 2015
Carbon emission intensity rose from
2014 primarily due to lower copper
production at the Groups operations.
3.09
11
15.2
3.24 tonnes
13.7
18.7bn tonnes
12
OTHER INFORMATION
Mineral resources3
11
20.6
15
15.9
1.50
1.43
14
20.6
13
Continental
Sea
20.2
12
Performance in 2015
Consumption of water decreased
during2015, in line with the Groups
efforts tomaximise water efficiency.
20.0
11
1.03
1.02
1.36
45.2m m3
15
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
12
1.9
11
15
$1.50/lb
2.1
14
Performance in 2015
The LTIFR of the Group in 2015 was
1.98 accidents with lost time per million
hours worked. One fatality was reported
in 2015 and is not acceptable: the Group
continues to target zero fatalities across
all operations.
2.6
704.8
13
3.2
721.2
12
630.3
709.6
1.98
GOVERNANCE
11
Performance in 2015
The mineral resource base grew by
over 6%, reflecting the incorporation
ofadditional resources at Los Volcanes
and the acquisition of the Zaldvar mine.
OUTPUTS
STRATEGIC REPORT
640.5
630,300 tonnes
Performance in 2015
Net cash costs rose 4.9% compared
to 2014, as lower realised by-product
prices and lower gold production
outweighed the lower cash costs
beforeby-product credits.
RESTORATION
Sustainability KPIs
Copper production
Performance in 2015
Copper production decreased
by10.6%in 2015, primarily due
tolowerproduction at Los Pelambres
and Centinela. Attributable production
for theyear was 4,400 tonnes
from Zaldvar.
MARKETING
OVERVIEW
Operational KPIs
CONSTRUCTION
4T
he Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate is the number of accidents with lost time during
theyearper million hours worked.
5W
ater consumption relates to the mining division only.
6 Total CO2 emissions per tonne of copper produced. Data relates to the mining division only.
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Risk management
The Groups risk and compliance management framework can be divided into three tiers:
Governance
Risk management
Compliance
Communicating the
Groups vision, strategy and
objectives throughout the
organisation, and putting in
place appropriate governance
structures, policies and
procedures to embed key
aims and objectives.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
Risk management
Compliance Model
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STRATEGIC REPORT
Governance
Risk management
Compliance Model
Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
Whistleblowing Channels
1 In accordance with the Risk Maturity Model developed by Deloitte based on international
standards such as COSO ERM, ISO 31000 and others.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
Mitigation
Application to strategy
Community relations
2
3
GOVERNANCE
The Group has dedicated teams at its central office and at each of its operations.
These establish and maintain relations with local communities based on trust and mutual
benefit throughout the mining lifecycle, from exploration to final remediation. The Group seeks
to identify any potentially negative operational impacts and minimise these through responsible
behaviour. This means acting transparently and ethically, prioritising the safety and health of its
employees and contractors, promoting dialogue, complying with commitments to stakeholders
and establishing mechanisms to prevent or address a crisis. These steps are undertaken in the
early stages of each project and continue throughout the life of each operation. The Group also
contributes to the development of communities in the areas of influence in which it operates,
particularly through human capital development the education, training and employment
of the local population. The Group endeavours to communicate clearly and transparently
with local communities in line with the established Community Relations Plan, including
the use of a grievance management process, local perception surveys, local media and
community engagement.
STRATEGIC REPORT
Strategic resources
Technological and innovative solutions, such as using sea water in the Groups mining
operations, can help mitigate exposure to potential scarcity of resources.
Access to energy is a priority for the Group and during 2014 and 2015, it secured several
sources of non-traditional energy such as wind and solar power.
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3
Information on the Groups arrangements for the supply of key inputs are included
withinthe Key inputs section on pages 19 to 21, and details of significant operational
orcost factors related to key inputs are included within the Operational review on
pages39 to 52.
OTHER INFORMATION
A significant portion of
the Groups input costs
are influenced by external
market factors.
Contingency plans are in place to address any short-term disruptions to strategic resources.
The Group commences early negotiations in supply contracts for key inputs to ensure supply
continuity. Certain key supplies are purchased from several sources to mitigate potential
disruption arising from exposure to a single supplier.
Operational
Mining operations are subject
to a number of circumstances
not wholly within the Groups
control. These include damage
to or breakdown of equipment
or infrastructure, unexpected
geological variations or technical
issues, extreme weather
conditions and natural disasters,
any of which could adversely
affect production and/or costs.
The key risks relating to each operation are identified as part of the regular risk review
process undertaken by the individual operations. This process also identifies appropriate
mitigation techniques for such risks. Monthly reports to the Board provide a variance analysis
of operational and financial performance, allowing potential key issues to be identified in
goodtime and any necessary actions, such as monitoring or control activities, to take place.
The Group has a Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan for all key processes
within its operations in case of crisis or natural disaster. The Group also has insurance to
provide protection from some, but not all, of the costs that may arise from such events.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2
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etails of the performance of each of the Groups operations are included within
D
theOperational review on pages 39 to 52.
Antofagasta plc 35
Risk management
Risk
Mitigation
Application to strategy
Project management
Failure to effectively manage
the Groups development
projects could result in delays
in the start of production and
cost overruns.
The Group has a project management system consisting of standards, manuals and
procedures containing the best practices applicable and enforceable in all phases of
project development. The project management system supports the decision-making
process by balancing risk versus benefit, increasing the likelihood of success and providing
a common defining language and standards. All geometallurgical models are reviewed
byindependent experts.
Additionally, during the project lifecycle, quality checks for each of the standards applied are
carried out by a panel of experts from within the Group. This panel reviews each feasibility
study to assess the technical and commercial viability of the project. Detailed progress reports
on ongoing projects are regularly reviewed, including assessments of progress against key
project milestones and performance against budget.
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3
etails of the progress of the Groups projects are included within the
D
Operationalreviewon pages 39 to 51.
The Group assesses political risk as part of its evaluation of potential projects, including the
nature of any foreign investment agreements. Political, legal and regulatory developments
affecting the Groups operations and projects are monitored on a continuous basis. The Group
operates in full compliance with the existing laws, regulations, licences, permits and rights in
each country in which it operates.
The Group monitors proposed changes in government policies and regulations and belongs
toseveral associations that consult with the government on these changes.
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etails of any significant political, legal or regulatory issues that impact the Groups
D
operations are included within the Operational review on pages 39 to 52.
Safety and health risk management procedures are being strengthened, with particular focus
on preventing fatalities and the early identification of risks.
The corporate Safety and Health department provides a common strategy to the Groups
operations and co-ordinates all safety and health matters. The Group has a Significant Incident
Report system which is an important part of the Groups overall approach to safety.
This approach includes a goal of zero fatalities and minimising the number of accidents.
This goal requires all contractors to comply with the Groups Occupational Health and
Safety Plan, which is monitored through monthly audits and supported by regular training
and awareness campaigns for employees, contractors, and employees families and local
communities, particularly with regard to road safety.
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urther information about the Groups activities in respect of safety and health
F
issetoutin the Managing a sustainable business section on pages 53 to 63.
Environmental management
An operational incident that
damages the environment
could affect the Groups
relationship with local
stakeholders and its reputation,
undermining its social licence
tooperate and to grow.
The Group operates in
challenging environments,
including the Atacama Desert
where water scarcity is a
key issue.
The Group has a comprehensive approach to incident prevention. Relevant risks are assessed,
monitored and controlled. The Group works to raise awareness among employees and
provide training to promote operational excellence. Potential environmental impacts are key
considerations when assessing project viability and the integration of innovative technology in
the project design to mitigate these effects is encouraged. The Group pioneered the use of sea
water for mining operations in Chile and has installed capacity to produce thickened tailings at
Centinela as it strives to ensure maximum efficiency in water use, achieving high rates of reuse
and recovery.
urther information in respect of the Groups environmental activities is
F
setoutintheManaging a sustainable business section on pages 53 to 63.
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3
INPUTS
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
Mitigation
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
Application to strategy
Growth opportunities
The Group assesses a wide range of potential growth opportunities, both internal projects
and external opportunities. A rigorous assessment process is followed to evaluate all potential
business acquisitions, which are subjected to different stress test scenarios for sensitivity
analysis and to determine the risks associated with the project or opportunity.
2
3
etails of the Groups growth opportunities are set out in the Operational
D
reviewonpages 39 to 51.
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Risk
EXPLORATION
Commodity prices
The Group considers exposure to commodity price fluctuations to be an integral part of the
business and its usual policy is to sell its products at prevailing market prices. The Group
monitors the commodity markets closely to determine the effect of price fluctuations on
earnings, capital expenditure and cash flows. Very occasionally the Group uses derivative
instruments to manage its exposure to commodity price fluctuations when it feels it to be
appropriate. The Group runs its business plans under various different commodity price
scenarios and develops contingency plans as required.
As at the end of 2015, the Group held no open commodity hedging positions.
2
3
The strengthening of
the Chilean peso may
negatively affect the Groups
financial results.
As copper exports account for over 50% of Chiles exports, there is a correlation between the
copper price and the US dollar/Chilean peso exchange rate. This natural hedge partly mitigates
the Groups foreign exchange exposure. However, the Group closely monitors the foreign
exchange markets and the macroeconomic variables that affect it and on occasion maintains
afocused currency hedging programme to reduce short-term exposure to fluctuations in the
US dollar against the Chilean peso.
etails of the Groups currency hedging arrangements are shown in Note 26 to the
D
financial statements.
The Group conducts exploration programmes both in Chile and other countries. The Group
has entered into early-stage exploration agreements and strategic alliances with third parties
in a number of countries and has also acquired equity interests in companies with known
geological potential. The Group focuses its exploration activities on stable and secure countries
to reduce country risk exposure.
review of the Groups exploration activities is set out in the Operational review
A
onpages50 and 51.
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3
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Foreign currency
The Groups sales are mainly
denominated in US dollars and
some of the Groups operating
costs are in Chilean pesos.
GOVERNANCE
Risk management
Risk
Mitigation
Application to strategy
The Groups reserves and resources estimates are updated annually to reflect material
extracted during the year, the results of drilling programmes and any revised assumptions.
The Group follows the Australasian Joint Ore Reserves Committee (JORC) Code in
reportingits ore reserves and mineral resources, which requires that the reserves and
resources estimates are based on work undertaken by a Competent Person, as defined
by the Code. In addition, the Groups reserves and resources estimates are subject to
acomprehensive programme of internal and external audits.
2
3
he ore reserves and mineral resources estimates, along with supporting explanations,
T
are set out on pages 186 to 193.
There are long-term labour agreements in place with employees at each of the Groups mining
operations, which help to ensure labour stability. These agreements were last renegotiated in
2014 for a period of up to four years for all of the Groups operations, except for Zaldvar which
was acquired during 2015 and whose labour agreement continues until 2017.
The Group seeks to identify and address labour issues that may arise throughout the period
covered by existing labour agreements and to anticipate any potential issues in good time.
Contractors are an important part of the Groups workforce and under Chilean law are
subject to the same duties and responsibilities as the Groups own employees. The Groups
approach is to treat contractors as strategic associates and its goal is to build long-term
mutually beneficial contractor relationships. The Group maintains constructive relationships
with its employees and the unions that represent them through regular communication and
consultation. Union representatives are regularly involved in discussions about the future of
the workforce.
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3
The Group develops the talents of its employees through training and development, invests
in initiatives to widen the talent pool and focuses on maintaining good relationships with
employees, unions and contractors.
The Groups performance management system is designed to provide reward and
remuneration structures and personal development opportunities to attract and retain key
employees. The Group has in place a talent management system to identify and develop
internal candidates for critical management positions, as well as processes to identify
suitableexternal candidates where appropriate.
etails of the Groups relations with its employees and contractors are set out
D
withintheManaging a sustainable business section on pages 53 to 63 and within
theOperational review onpages39to 52.
Going concern
The Directors also considered it appropriate to prepare the financial statements
onthe going concern basis, as explained in the Basis of preparation paragraph
inNote 1 to the financial statements.
The Strategic Report has been approved by the Board and signed onits behalf by:
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman
14 March 2016
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
CONSTRUCTION
EVALUATION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
Operational review
Mining division
Tonnes of copper
produced in 2015.
PERU
PACIFIC
OCEAN
BOLIVIA
CALAMA
ANTUCOYA
MICHILLA
CENTINELA
Esperanza port
Mejillones
$1.50/lb
STRATEGIC REPORT
630,300
OVERVIEW
GOVERNANCE
ANTOFAGASTA
REGION
ANTOFAGASTA
ZALDVAR
ANTOFAGASTA
REGION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
LA SERENA
OTHER INFORMATION
COQUIMBO
REGION
ILLAPEL
Punta Chungo port
LOS VILOS
LOS PELAMBRES
COQUIMBO
REGION
ARGENTINA
Antofagasta operations
and projects
Capital city
CHILE
SANTIAGO
Cities and
town centres
Antofagasta Minerals ports
Antofagasta plc 39
Operational review
Mining division
The existing core business
Los Pelambres
60% owned
2
3
Exploration
Evaluation
Construction
2015 Production
Production
2015 Financials
2016 Forecast
Copper
Molybdenum
Operating profit
Copper
Molybdenum
(2014 $1.18/lb)
(2014 $1,337.8m)
Tonnes
Tonnes
Gold
Copper
production
Gold
000 tonnes
$/lb
Ounces
$/lb
1.25
12
1.23
16E
1.18
15
(58.5)%
$555.0m
1.16
14
0.86
13
363.2
391.3
12
4.2%
$1.23/lb
355-365
405.3
(22.7)%
51,400
27.8%
10,100
403.7
(7.2)%
363,200
13
14
15
16E
355,000 8,000
365,000 9,000
45,000
55,000
1.25
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
Operating profit
Production
Antofagasta plc 41
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Cash costs
OUTPUTS
GOVERNANCE
RESTORATION
STRATEGIC REPORT
Legal update
MARKETING
OVERVIEW
2015 Performance
PROCESSING
Operational review
Mining division
The existing core business
Outlook
Production
The forecast production for 2016 is
expected to be 355365,000 tonnes of
payable copper, similar to the 363,200
tonnes produced in 2015, 89,000 tonnes
of molybdenum and 4555,000 ounces
of gold.
Cash costs
Cash costs before by-products credits
for2016 are forecast to be approximately
$1.55/lb and net cash costs are forecast at
approximately $1.25/lb. Lower throughput
is expected due to a higher proportion
of harder ore in the current phase and
this in turn puts pressure on unit mining
costs. Energy prices remain a key input
cost for Los Pelambres and partly depend
on precipitation levels in the region,
where much of the power is generated
by hydroelectricity. By the end of 2016,
Los Pelambres will be receiving almost
all of its power under long-term PPAs
with wind, solar and coal-fired power
generators, all of which are independent
ofprecipitation levels.
ore information on Los Pelambres sources
M
ofpower isset out in Energy opportunities
onpage 51.
Innovative sustainability
Further information on pages 53 to 63.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
Centinela
70% owned
Centinela was formed during 2014 from the merger of the Esperanza
and ElTesoromines.Centinela is located in Chiles Antofagasta
Region, 1,350 km northofSantiago,inanimportant mining region
with sulphide and oxide deposits.
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Evaluation
Construction
Production
2015 Production
2015 Financials
2016 Forecast
Copper cathode
Operating
profit/(loss)
Copper
Gold
(2014 $1.63/lb)
(2014 $464.4m)
Tonnes
Ounces
Gold
Copper production
000 tonnes
$/lb
$/lb
12
13
240,000 200,000
250,000 220,000
1.30
1.85
16E
(128.2)%
$(131.0)m
1.30
15
1.63
0.99
14
1.40
175-185 60-65
93.3
13
172.8
102.6
174.9
12
13.5%
$1.85/lb
145.2 75.9
105.1
(20.5)%
162,500
(19.1)%
75,900
163.2
(16.0)%
145,200
14
15
16E
Copper in concentrate
Copper cathodes
Antofagasta plc 43
OTHER INFORMATION
Copper in
concentrate
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Exploration
Operational review
Mining division
The existing core business
2015 Performance
Operating profit
The operating loss at Centinela was
$131.0 million, compared with a profit of
$464.4 million in 2014, reflecting higher
net cash costs and lower realised copper
prices. The realised copper price fell by
24% from $3.02/lb in 2014 to $2.33/lb in
2015, as did the realised gold price, which
fell from $1,261/oz in 2014 to $1,159/oz in
2015. The mine generated $290.7 million
of operating cash flow during the year,
compared with $841.6 million in 2014.
Production
Copper production decreased by 17.1% to
221,100 tonnes compared with 2014, due
tolower production of copper in concentrate
and lower cathode production.
Outlook
Production
The forecast for 2016 is for production of
240250,000 tonnes of payable copper and
200220,000 ounces of gold. This forecast
includes 60,00065,000 tonnes of copper
cathodes and 175,000185,000 tonnes of
copper in concentrate. The Group expects to
complete the construction of the Encuentro
Oxides project during 2017, which will
provide feed to the Centinela SXEW plant
allowing it to operate near its peak capacity
of 100,000 tonnes per annum.
Cash costs
Cash costs before by-products for 2016
are forecast to be approximately $1.80/lb
compared with $2.27/lb in 2015. Net cash
costs are forecast at approximately $1.30/lb.
Net cash costs are sensitive to the gold
price, with each $100/oz movement in the
realised gold price having a $0.04/lb impact
on net cash costs in 2016.
In 2015, the Group commenced
construction of a separate molybdenum
plant that would produce approximately
3,500 tonnes per year of molybdenum
overthe remaining life of the mine.
Production is expected to commence
in 2017.
Innovative sustainability
Further information on pages 53 to 63.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
Michilla
99% owned
Operating profit
Construction Production
2015 Production
2015 Financials
Copper
production
Cash costs
Operating
profit/(loss)
000 tonnes
(2014 $2.38/lb)
(2014 $(29.0)m)
15
Cash costs
$/lb
12
13
2.38
14
(153.1)%
$15.4m
Cash costs
14
2.14
13
3.22
38.3
12
3.18
37.7
47.0
(10.1)%
$2.14/lb
15
Antofagasta plc 45
OTHER INFORMATION
(37.4)%
29,400
29.4
Copper
Production
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Exploration Evaluation
GOVERNANCE
2015 Performance
STRATEGIC REPORT
Operational review
Mining division
The existing core business
Antucoya
70% owned
Antucoya is an oxide deposit approximately 125 km northeast of the city of Antofagasta, in Chiles Antofagasta Region.
Construction of the project was completed in 2015 with full
production expected to occur by the end of the first half
of2016.Antucoya will produce 85,000 tonnes of copper
cathodes per year.
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3
2015 Performance
Production
Total production in 2015 was 12,200 tonnes
of copper cathodes, as production started
in the third quarter of 2015. The mine is
currently ramping up to full capacity of
85,000 tonnes per year in the first half
of 2016.
Exploration
Evaluation
Construction
Cash costs
Cash costs at Antucoya will be reported in
unit costs once commercial production is
achieved, which is expected to be in the
first half of 2016.
Production
2016 Forecast
2015 Production
Copper
production
Copper
Cash costs
Tonnes
000 tonnes
Tonnes
$/lb
65,000
70,000
12.2
12,200
65-70
Copper
15
16E
1.65
Outlook
Cathode production in 2016 is forecast to
be approximately 65,00070,000 tonnes.
The forecast cash costs for 2016 are
expected to be $1.65/lb.
The final $59 million of project capital
expenditure will be incurred in 2016.
Innovative sustainability
Further information on pages 53 to 63.
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OVERVIEW
Zaldvar
50% owned Joint Venture
Acquisition
Evaluation
Construction
Production
2015 Production1
Production
2016 Forecast
Copper
production
Copper
Cash costs
000 tonnes
Tonnes
$/lb
1.80
Cash costs
Cash costs at Zaldvar since completion in
2015 were $1.73/lb and capital expenditure
was $6.6 million.
4.4
50,000
55,000
15
16E
Outlook
Attributable copper production in 2016
is forecast to be approximately 50,000
55,000 tonnes at a cash cost of $1.80/lb.
Capital expenditure2 in 2016 is expected
to be approximately $55 million, of which
$26 million will be spent on stripping.
Innovative sustainability
Further information on pages 53 to 63.
1R
epresents attributable production since 1 December 2015.
2 Capital expenditures represent Antofagastas share.
Antofagasta plc 47
OTHER INFORMATION
4,400
50-55
Copper
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Exploration
GOVERNANCE
2015 Performance
STRATEGIC REPORT
Operational review
Mining division
Growth projects and opportunities
2
3
Centinela
During 2015, work continued on optimising
Centinelas concentrator plant to bring the
level of throughput to the original design
capacity of 97,000 tonnes per day and
later to 105,000 tonnes per day. The first
stage, including the installation of two
tailings thickeners, crushing equipment
and flotation cells, was completed during
the year. The second stage, carried out
simultaneously, involves the installation
of a sixth tailings thickener at the plant
as well as the purchase of further mining
equipment. This will allow throughput to
increase to 105,000 tonnes per day while
producing thickened tailings with a solids
content of approximately 65%. As at the
end of December 2015, throughput could
be maintained at the increased rate, but not
while producing tailings with the required
moisture content. To do this will require the
completion of the final thickener, which is
expected in the first half of 2016.
2
Molybdenum Plant
This project will allow Centinela to produce
2,400 tonnes of molybdenum per year.
The project is being delayed to preserve
cash in 2016 and is now expected to
be completed in 2017, and will lower
Centinelas unit net cash costs.
2
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
PROCESSING
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Phase 1
GOVERNANCE
Los Pelambres
Incremental Expansion
STRATEGIC REPORT
Phase 2
OVERVIEW
Operational review
Mining division
Growth projects and opportunities
United States
Twin Metals Minnesota
INPUTS
EXPLORATION
EVALUATION
CONSTRUCTION
EXTRACTION
MARKETING
RESTORATION
OUTPUTS
Energa Andina
The Group has a 50% interest in Energa
Andina S.A., a joint venture with Origin
Energy Limited of Australia, that has a
minority position in the Javiera solar project
in the Atacama Desert. This has been
supplying Los Pelambres with some 20MW
of power since June 2015.
or further information on Los Pelambres
F
energy supply, please see page 42.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Alto Maipo
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Energy assets
Over the last few years, the Group has
acquired a series of minority interests in
energy generators and projects as part of
its strategy to support the power supply
requirements of the mining operations.
The strategy has a particular focus on
renewable energy generation, supporting
the Groups broader aim of increasing the
sustainability of its operations. Over the last
five years, the Group has invested some
$577 million in power-generating assets,
with combined installed capacity of 880MW
(100% basis), of which, at the end of 2015,
350MW (100% basis), were in operation.
3
GOVERNANCE
Inversiones Hornitos
STRATEGIC REPORT
El Arrayn
OVERVIEW
International
PROCESSING
Operational review
Transport
Transported in 2015
6.8m tonnes
The transport division typically provides
services to customers, who are mostly
major mining companies, under longterm contracts, often with agreed pricing
levels. These are subject to adjustments
for inflation and movements in fuel
prices. The division offers domestic and
international cargo transfer, shipment and
storage services.
The transport divisions total volumes
transported were lower in 2015, falling to
6.8 million tonnes, compared to 7.3 million
tonnes in 2014. Shipments for the year were
lower than had originally been expected
due to the Sierra Gorda mines slower than
planned ramp-up and the effects of the
heavy rains in northern Chile during the first
half of the year.
(6.8)%
6,805
2016 Financials
Operating profit $m (2014 51.0)
(17.7)%
$42.0m
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Antofagasta plc 53
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Reporting on progress
GOVERNANCE
Sustainability focus
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
Sustainability
Excellence
Innovation
Forward-thinking
Employees and contractors are trained
in the Code and are encouraged to
report any unethical conduct through
established channels.
OVERVIEW
Environmental protection
GOVERNANCE
Compliance
STRATEGIC REPORT
Why it matters
Mining operations can have significant environmental impacts
and concern for long-term environmental integrity, including
climate changeimpacts, is high and of increasing public interest.
Mining involves the alteration of habitats, the use of water and energy
resources, the generation of noise and air emissions and of large
quantities of waste-rock, spent ore and tailings. Legal permits, the
social licence to operate and good community relations all depend
onsound environmental stewardship.
OTHER INFORMATION
Antofagasta plc 55
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
Managing waste
Large-scale mining operations generate
waste rock, spent ore and tailings the
material left over after the process of
separating the valuable portion of the ore
from the uneconomic portion. Michilla,
Antucoya and Centinela Cathodes, which
use leaching to produce copper, have fully
permitted spent ore dumps. Los Pelambres
and Centinela Concentrates, which use
flotation, deposit their waste in licensed
tailings storage facilities.
Centinela is the first mine in the world to
use thickened tailings technology on this
scale. It provides many advantages including
greater water efficiency and stability and
better dust control.
Other solid (non-mining) wastes are
segregated and stored prior to final disposal
in compliance with Chilean regulations.
The Group has pioneered the use of
thickened tailings deposits, which have
alower environmental impact.
Sustainable energy
In 2015, energy accounted for approximately
15% of the total operating costs of the
mining division. Total energy demand is
rising as production grows, transportation
distances increase and ore grades
decline as the Groups operations get
older. There isalso greater use of sea
water, whichneeds to be pumped to
themine sites.
El Mauro
tailings dam
Los Pelambres has two tailings
dams. Since 2008, its tailings have
been deposited in the Mauro Dam,
located in the Pupio Valley 13 km from
Caimanes, the nearest community.
With a capacity of 1.7 billion tonnes,
itwas designed to withstand extreme
weather conditions and severe
earthquakes. This was tested in
September 2015, when a major
earthquake of magnitude 8.3 on the
Richter scale struck off the coast of
Chile, some 100 km from El Mauro.
The dam continued to operate as
normal and there was no structural
damage to the infrastructure.
Immediately after the earthquake,
LosPelambres invited representatives
from the local community to verify
thestructural integrity of the dam.
HSE Indicators:
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Mining division
Los Pelambres
Centinela Concentrates
Centinela Cathodes
Michilla
Corporate Offices
Total for mining division
Transport division
Total Antofagasta
Scope 2
Indirect emissions
Total
emissions1
CO2 emissions
intensity2
2015
2014
2015
2014
2015
2014
168,892
233,384
152,372
23,351
120
578,118
76,028
654,146
173,943
225,013
145,533
49,218
208
593,915
96,321
693,180
425,064
734,493
173,664
78,497
1,042
1,412,760
2,228
1,414,988
454,885
713,253
212,098
124,991
770
1,505,997
2,043
1,533,904
967,876
967,876
326,036
101,848
1,161
1,990,878
78,256
2,069,134
628,828
938,266
357,631
174,209
978
2,099,912
98,364
2,227,084
2015
1.64
6.67
4.29
3.47
3.24
10.923
609.544
2014
1.61
5.43
3.81
3.71
2.98
13.473
420.974
1 Scope 1 + Scope 2.
2 Total CO2 emissions per tonne of fine copper produced (scopes 1 and 2).
3 Tonnes CO2 e/kiloton transported.
4 Antofagastas Intensity figure against revenue.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
Protecting biodiversity
The Groups targets are zero net loss of
biodiversity and to add value to biodiversity
wherever possible through direct support
forconservation projects and effective
private-public partnerships.
The greatest biodiversity challenges for the
Group are at Los Pelambres which is located
in an agricultural valley.
The Company has voluntarily restored the
Laguna Conchali coastal wetlands, near its
port facilities, to create a nature sanctuary
that has been classified as a Wetland of
International Importance under the Ramsar
Convention. The Group has also put in
place a programme to protect one of the
few remaining Chilean palm forests at
Monte Aranda and since 2014 has also
been protecting Santa Ins, one of the
rarerelicforests in the region.
Los Pelambres and Centinela monitor
their impact on the marine ecosystems
at their port facilities in Los Vilos and
Caleta Michilla to prevent impacts on
themarine environment.
In 2015, the Group worked with the
Wildlife Conservation Society to develop
a biodiversity standard, aligned with
ICMMs principles, to achieve no net loss
ofbiodiversity across the business through
the application of the mitigation hierarchy.
Cultural heritage
The Group participates in various initiatives
to protect and increase public knowledge
about local heritage. In 2014, Los Pelambres
opened an exhibition hall at Monte Aranda
in the Choapa Province focusing on rural
life and local customs. Some residents
of Caimanes now work there as hosts.
In 2016, the Group will open a 25-hectare
rock art park, also at Monte Aranda, which
will exhibit over 240petroglyphs recovered
fromthe areawhere the Mauro Dam
was built.
In the Antofagasta Region, the Group
is involved in conservation and the
enhancement of cultural heritage,
supporting local organisations such as
the ProLoa and Fundacin Chacabuco,
which are dedicated to the preservation of
regional heritage. It has sponsored a number
ofbooks on the archaeological heritage
oftheAntofagasta and Choapa regions.
Managing mine closure
Chilean legislation requires that mining
operations have comprehensive closure
plans approved by the national geology
and mining agency SERNAGEOMIN,
which defines measures to control risks
and demonstrate appropriate funding to
Social closure
ofthe Michilla mine
Michilla is located in a remote coastal
area of the Atacama Desert, close to
Caleta Michilla, which has some 800
inhabitants. Following the completion
of mining activities in 2015, the mine
and processing plant were put on
care and maintenance. The water
extraction facilities at Caleta Michilla
will continue to be used by Antucoya
and Centinela.
Antofagasta created a dedicated
committee to co-ordinate the
actions associated with the closure,
comprising representatives from the
Human Resources, Environment,
Safety, Risk and Public Affairs
departments. The committee focused
on the timely announcement of the
closure (14 months in advance),
arecruitment and re-employment
plan for employees (around 25%
of employees have been placed in
positions in other parts of the mining
division), and the management
of the long-term and legacy
environmental impacts.
HSE Indicators:
OVERVIEW
Community relations
Conflict management
Upset because of a long drought, in
February 2015 some neighbours from
Salamanca blocked the road leading to Los
Pelambres demanding that the Company
build a desalination plant and stop using
water from the Choapa river. However,
using the new engagement model, the
crisis was managed by bringing together
local government, members of congress
and water consumer organisations, as well
as the protesters and representatives from
Los Pelambres. An agreement was reached
after about ten days of negotiation that
included undertakings by both public and
private parties to address the core issue
of finding short and long-term solutions
towater shortages in the area.
ore information in the 2015
M
Sustainability Report.
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Why it matters
Managing the operations sustainably requires preventing and
mitigating their impact throughout the mining cycle from exploration
to closure, fulfilling their commitments and becoming a more visible
and effective contributor to local development. Over the last couple of
years, Antofagasta has been innovative in its community engagement
approach to strengthen its social licence by becoming more active
in regional long-term development, based on a long-term vision
developed together with local stakeholders and close collaboration
with the municipalities and the government.
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
The Groups new engagement model aims to strengthen its social licence to
operate and grow. It is based on a methodology to sustain ongoing dialogue
between the Company, local communities, authorities and other local
stakeholders to enhance the Groups contribution to local development and
socialcapital. The models key characteristics are:
1. Engaging with the communities, the local authority and other local
stakeholders to:
identify local challenges and opportunities
(whether related to mining or not);
build a shared vision for the regions development; and
design a portfolio of projects and programmes to fulfil this vision.
2. Taking an integrated and long-term approach to the challenges faced by
theChoapa provinces four municipalities, through the design and execution
ofa portfolio of projects instead of isolated contributions.
3. Working through alliances with national, regional and local government,
usingboth private and public funding to implement the agreed projects.
4. Explicit commitment to transparency and accountability of decisions,
management and results. Chile Transparente the Chilean arm of
Transparency International has accepted the Groups invitation to oversee
Somos Choapa.
Somos Choapa has been accepted with growing enthusiasm by local
stakeholders. By the end of 2015, some 49 discussion forums had been held
inthe province with the participation of 3,600 neighbours. From this process
18strategies emerged, involving 57 specific initiatives. A dozen were already
intheir tendering stage by the end of the year.
Somos Choapa constitutes an integrated platform for the sustainable
development of the Choapa province and a common charter for both
publicandprivate investment in the short, medium and long term.
OVERVIEW
Employees
Why it matters
Retaining, developing and engaging employees
iskey to operating a successful business.
STRATEGIC REPORT
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Operational review
Managing a sustainable business
Talent management
and development
Training for employees enables
the Group to keep improving the
skills of the workforce in line with
the current and future needs of
the business. Providing personal
development opportunities helps
to motivate employees and keep
them with the Company for the
longterm. The Company has a talent
management programme to develop
personnel within the Company,
and a succession plan forkey
positions. Since 2010, the Group
has a specific initiative to recruit
young professionals.
HSE Indicators:
5,300
13,900
Chilean mining
industry1
Mining Division
Transport Division
Group
Number of fatalities
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
3.1
2.1
9.6
3.0
2.9
1.3
13.0
2.5
2.6
1.1
10.3
1.9
2.5
1.1
10.3
1.7
2.0
1.1
10.9
2.0
N/A
9.1
28.3
11.4
N/A
5.4
28.6
7.8
N/A
3.9
17.7
5.1
N/A
5.0
22.2
6.1
N/A
6.9
17.8
7.8
26
1
1
25
1
25
2
27
5
16
1
STRATEGIC REPORT
1S
ource: National Mining and Geology Service (Servicio Nacional de Geologa y Minera, Sernageomin).
N/A: Not available.
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Health
GOVERNANCE
Safety performance
OVERVIEW
Financial review
Results
Revenue
EBITDA
Depreciation, amortisation and disposals
Net finance expense
Profit before tax
Income tax expense
Discontinued operations
Profit for the year from continuing and discontinued operations
Earnings per share from continuing operations
Earnings per share from continuing and discontinued operations (US cents)
Net debt
Year ended
31.12.2015
$m
Year ended
31.12.2014
$m
Movement
$m
Movement
%
3,394.6
890.7
(586.3)
(39.2)
259.4
(160.4)
602.7
701.7
0.6
61.7
(1,023.5)
5,145.6
2,141.4
(557.8)
(63.9)
1,515.6
(702.3)
37.4
850.7
42.8
46.6
(1.6)
(1,751.0)
(1,250.7)
(28.5)
24.7
(1,256.6)
(541.9)
565.3
(149.0)
(42.2)
15.1
(1,021.9)
(34.0)
(58.4)
5.1
(38.7)
(82.9)
(77.2)
1,511.5
(17.5)
(98.6)
32.4
63,868.8
As a result of the disposal of Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. (ADASA) and Empresa Ferroviaria Andina S.A. (FCA), their results have
been classified as discontinued operations and excluded from the individual income statement lines, with the 2014 figures restated
onaconsistent basis.
A detailed segmental analysis of the components of the income statement is contained in Note 4 to the financial statements.
The following table reconciles between the 2014 and 2015 EBITDA:
EBITDA in 2014
Revenue
Decrease in copper realised price
Decrease in copper volumes sold
Increase in tolling charges
Decrease in revenue from copper concentrate and cathodes
Decrease in gold revenues
Decrease in silver revenues
Decrease in molybdenum revenues
Decrease in revenue from by-products
Decrease in transport division revenue
Decrease in Group revenue
Operating costs
Decrease in mining costs
Increase in charge for closure provisions
Decrease in exploration and evaluation costs
Decrease in other mining division costs and corporate costs
Decrease in operating costs for mining division
Decrease in transport division operating costs
Decrease in Group operating costs
Decrease in EBITDA
EBITDA in 2015
$m
2,141.4
(1,108.4)
(411.8)
(35.1)
(1,555.3)
(84.7)
(25.0)
(77.5)
(187.2)
(8.5)
(1,751.0)
(432.8)
33.0
(65.6)
(31.6)
(497.0)
(3.3)
(500.3)
(1,250.7)
890.7
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OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Revenue
Financial review
As a result of the factors set out above, profit before tax decreased
by $1,256.2 million or 82.9% to $259.4 million in 2015 compared
with$1,515.6 million in 2014.
The tax charge in 2015 was $160.4 million (2014 $702.3 million) and
the effective tax rate was 61.8% (2014 46.3%).
Year ended
31.12.2015
$m
Investment income
Interest expense
Other finance items
Net finance expense
Year ended
31.12.15
$m
Year ended
31.12.14
$m
18.1
(33.7)
(23.6)
(39.2)
16.8
(44.4)
(36.3)
(63.9)
Effective
tax rate
%
Year ended
31.12.2014
$m
Effective
tax rate
%
1,515.6
259.4
(110.6)
42.6
(350.9)
21.8
(34.0)
(14.8)
(1.0)
(160.4)
13.1
5.7
0.4
61.8
(215.1)
(79.1)
(56.8)
(0.4)
(702.3)
14.2
5.2
3.7
46.3
The tax charge for 2015 was $160.4 million and the effective tax rate
was 61.8%. The statutory rate of Chilean corporate (first category)
tax in 2015 was 22.5% (2014 20%). In 2015, the effective tax rate
varied from the statutory rate principally due to tax losses which
under Chilean tax carry-back rules generated a credit at historic tax
rates below the current year statutory rate, as well as the effect
of expenses not deductible for Chilean corporate tax purposes
(principally the funding of expenses outside of Chile) and the effects
of the mining tax which resulted in a charge of $34.0 million and
a withholding tax charge of $14.8 million. In 2014, the effective
tax rate varied from the standard rate (comprising corporate (first
category) tax) principally due to the one-off deferred tax charge of
$215.1 million reflecting the increase in tax rates as a result of the
Chilean tax reform enacted in that year. Further details are given
inNote 9 tothefinancial statements.
Non-controlling interests
Profit for the year attributable to non-controlling interests was
$93.5 million, compared with $390.9 million in 2014, reflecting
the lower profit attributable to the non-controlling interests as
a consequence of the decrease in the earnings of the mining
operations analysed above.
Year ended
31.12.15
US cents
Year ended
31.12.14
US cents
0.6
42.8
61.7
46.6
Dividends
Dividends per share proposed in relation to the year are as follows:
Year ended
31.12.14
US cents
3.1
3.1
11.7
9.8
21.5
The key features of the Group cash flow statement are summarised
in the following table.
Year ended
31.12.15
$m
Year ended
31.12.14
$m
858.3
(427.1)
(27.6)
(112.0)
(972.8)
942.9
(78.0)
(1,048.5)
(127.2)
(80.0)
12.1
74.4
(985.5)
(36.4)
(1,021.9)
(1.6)
(1,023.5)
2,507.8
(641.5)
(28.9)
(125.2)
(1,646.3)
(964.2)
(412.2)
20.0
5.2
(1,285.3)
(27.5)
(1,312.8)
1,311.2
(1.6)
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Ordinary
Interim
Final
Total dividends to ordinary shareholders
Year ended
31.12.15
US cents
Cash flows
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Group also periodically uses interest rate swaps to swap the
floating rate interest for fixed rate interest. At 31 December 2015, the
Group had entered into contracts in relation to the Centinela financing
for a maximum notional amount of $105 million at a weighted average
fixed rate of 3.372% fully maturing in August 2018. The Group had
also entered into contracts in relation to a financing loan at FCAB for
amaximum notional amount of $120 million at weighted average
fixed rate of 1.634% fully maturing in August 2019.
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Capital expenditure
During the year the Group completed the disposal of its water
division, Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. (ADASA) as well as part of its
transport division. The results of these operations for the year prior
to disposal as well as the profit on disposal have been presented
on the Profit for the year from discontinued operations line in the
income statement.
OVERVIEW
Discontinued operations
Financial review
Financial position
At
31.12.15
$m
At
31.12.14
$m
1,731.6
(2,755.1)
(1,023.5)
2,374.5
(2,376.1)
(1.6)
Governance
70
Leadership
72
72
Board of Directors
74
Executive Committee
77
82
Performance evaluation
84
Accountability
85
Board Committees
85
86
90
93
Projects Committee
95
Remuneration
96
96
98
99
112
Directors Report
114
116
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
79
GOVERNANCE
79
STRATEGIC REPORT
Effectiveness
The Board in more detail
OVERVIEW
OTHER INFORMATION
Antofagasta plc 69
Leadership
Effectiveness
Accountability
Remuneration
Dear Shareholder,
I am pleased to present the Antofagasta plc Corporate Governance
Report for the year ended 31 December 2015.
One of my key responsibilities as Chairman is to promote good
corporate governance and we have taken great strides in recent years
to enhance our internal control and governance structures, processes
and procedures. We have worked hard to ensure that we have the
right people performing the right roles to shape the Groups strategy
and to drive, probe and report on its implementation. We have
invested in talent management and succession planning and now
have a strong pipeline of talent at various stages of development
to fill these roles in the future.
Substantial shareholdings
As at 31 December 2015 and 14 March 2016, the following
significant holdings of voting rights in the share capital of the
Company had been disclosed to the Company under Disclosure
andTransparency Rule 5:
Substantial shareholdings
1
1
3
GOVERNANCE
2
3
2
Ordinary
Preference
share capital share capital
%
%
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman
50.72
9.94
4.26
94.12
58.04
8.27
3.54
Antofagasta plc 71
OTHER INFORMATION
1 Metalinvest Establishment
2 Kupferberg Establishment
3 Aureberg Establishment
Total share
capital
%
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Board Committees
The Board
The Board is collectively responsible for the long-term success of
the Group. It is responsible for its leadership and strategic direction,
and for the oversight of the Groups performance, risk and internal
control systems.
Nomination
and
Governance
Committee
Sustainability
and
Stakeholder
Management
Committee
Projects
Committee
Remuneration
and Talent
Management
Committee
Board committees
Group CEO
Group CEO and the Executive Committee
The Board has delegated responsibility for implementing the
Groups strategic and financial objectives to Diego Hernndez.
Mr Hernndez leads the teams with executive responsibility for
running the Groups businesses.
Mr Hernndez is not a Director of Antofagasta plc but is invited
to attend Board, Audit and Risk, Sustainability and Stakeholder
Management, Projects and Remuneration and Talent Management
Committee meetings.
The mining division is managed by the Antofagasta Minerals
Executive Committee under the leadership of Ivn Arriagada,
theCEO of Antofagasta Minerals.
Details of the members of the Executive Committee are set out
onpages77and 78.
OVERVIEW
Sustainability
and
Stakeholder
Management
Committee
Pages 90 to 92
Projects
Committee
Pages 95 and 96
Remuneration
and Talent
Management
Committee
STRATEGIC REPORT
Pages 86 to 89
Nomination
and
Governance
Committee
Pages 96 to 111
Pages 93 and 94
Group CEO
Transport
GOVERNANCE
Mining
Antofagasta Minerals
Executive Committee
Pages 77 and 78
Operational
Performance
Review Committee
Business
Development
Committee
Steering
Committees
Antofagasta plc 73
OTHER INFORMATION
BD
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OP
2
9
10
7
3
8
1
5
11
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Jean-Paul Luksic
William Hayes
Gonzalo Menndez
Ramn Jara
Juan Claro
Hugo Dryland
Tim Baker
O
llie Oliveira
Andrnico Luksic
Vivianne Blanlot
Jorge Bande
Key to Committees
Sustainability and
Stakeholder Management
Projects
Remuneration and
Talent Management
Key areas of expertise
Mining
Sustainability
Financial
Government Relations
Industry
Energy
Legal
Chairman
1 Jean-Paul Luksic
4 Ramn Jara
Chairman, 51
Non-Executive Director, 62
Independent: No
Independent: No
Current positions:
Chairman of the Fundacin Minera Los Pelambres (charitable foundation)
Director of the Fundacin Andrnico Luksic A. (charitable foundation)
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Chairman
Previous roles:
Chief Executive Officer of Antofagasta Minerals
Chairman of the Consejo Minero, the industry body representing the largest
mining companies operating in Chile
Non-Executive Director of Quienco S.A. and other listed companies in the
Quienco group: Banco de Chile and Sociedad Matriz SAAM S.A.
5 Juan Claro
Non-Executive Director, 65
Independent: No
Served on the Board for more than nine years concurrently with the Chairman
whenhe was performing the role of Executive Chairman.
GOVERNANCE
Current positions:
2 William Hayes
Previous roles:
Extensive financial and operational experience in the copper and gold mining
industries in Chile, Latin America, North America and South Africa.
Current positions:
Independent: Yes
Previous roles:
OTHER INFORMATION
Current positions:
Chairman of Royal Gold Inc
6 Hugo Dryland
Non-Executive Director, 60
3 Gonzalo Menndez
Independent: No
Non-Executive Director, 67
Independent: No
Lawyer with extensive expertise in corporate finance and M&A within the mining
sector, with over 25 years of investment banking experience in natural resources
with the Rothschild group.
Previous roles:
Current positions:
Chairman of the Board of Directors of Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio
Exterior S.A. (Bladex)
Director of Quienco S.A. and other listed companies in the Quienco group,
including Banco de Chile
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Current positions:
Executive Vice-Chairman of NM Rothschild & Sons
Global head of Rothschilds investment banking activities in the mining
andmetals sector
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Chairman
7 Tim Baker
10 Vivianne Blanlot
Non-Executive Director, 63
Non-Executive Director, 61
Independent: Yes
Independent: Yes
Previous roles:
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Kinross Gold Corporation
General Manager of Placer Dome Chile
Current positions:
Chairman of Golden Star Resources
Director of Sherritt International Corporation
Chairman
Previous roles:
Executive Director of the Comisin Nacional de Medio Ambiente
(EnvironmentalAgency in Chile)
Undersecretary of Comisin Nacional de Energa
(National Energy Commissionin Chile)
Minister of Defence
Current positions:
Director of Colbn S.A., an energy company listed in Chile
Director of ScotiaBank Chile
Member of the Consejo Para La Transparencia (Transparency Council),
theChilean body responsible for enforcing transparency in the public sector
8 M
anuel Lino Silva De SousaOliveira (Ollie Oliveira)
Non-Executive Director, 64
Independent: Yes
11 Jorge Bande
Non-Executive Director, 63
Independent: Yes
Previous roles:
Senior executive positions within the Anglo American group, including Executive
Director Corporate Finance and Head of Strategy and Business Development
ofDe Beers S.A.
Previous roles:
9 Andrnico Luksic
Non-Executive Director, 61
Current positions:
Independent: No
Director of CESCO, Inversiones Aguas Metropolitanas S.A. and Bupa Chile S.A.
Professor of the International Post-Graduate Programme in Mineral Economics
atthe University of Chile
Member of the Experts Committee for Copper Prices for the Chilean Ministry
of Finance
The Company is controlled by foundations in which the Luksic family are interested.
Brother of Jean-Paul Luksic. Chairman of Quienco and Chairman or Director of
other companies in the Quienco group, in common with Jean-Paul Luksic and
Gonzalo Menndez. Quienco is also controlled by foundations in which members
of the Luksic family are interested.
Current positions:
Chairman of Quienco S.A. and Compaa Cerveceras Unidas S.A.,
ViceChairman of Banco de Chile and a director of Tech Pack S.A.,
all of which are listed companies in the Quienco group
Director of Nexans S.A., a company listed on NYSE Euronext Paris
Key to Committees
OP
Operational Performance
Review Committee
BD
Business Development
Committee
E
8
Ethics Committee
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
BD
BD
2 Ivn Arriagada
CEO of Antofagasta Minerals
Mining engineer with over 40 years of senior management experience with major
international mining companies with operations in Latin America.
Commercial engineer and economist with over 20 years experience in the mining,
metalsand oil and gas sectors.
Previous roles:
Previous roles:
Other information:
Named 2010 Copper Man of the Year by the Copper Club, New York, and received
a gold medal award from the Chilean Institute of Engineers in 2013 in recognition
ofhis contribution to the development of engineering in Chile. Mr Hernndez
isalsoVice President of SONAMI, the Chilean Mining Society.
3 Alfredo Atucha
BD
Previous roles:
10 years service at BHP Billiton as Vice President of Finance for
MineraEscondida and Senior Manager of Base Metals Major Projects
Finance and Administration Manager at Chilquinta Energa
(part of Sempra Energy and PSG Group)
CFO at Reckitt Benckiser in Spain, Brazil and Chile
Tax Planning and Treasury at British American Tobacco
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OTHER INFORMATION
Group CEO
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Chairman
1 Diego Hernndez
OVERVIEW
4 Patricio Enei
Previous roles:
Previous roles:
5 Andrnico Luksic L.
BD
8 Gonzalo Snchez
Previous roles:
Previous roles:
6 Hernn Menares
OP
9 Francisco Veloso
Previous roles:
Previous roles:
OVERVIEW
Non-Executive Chairman.
ore information is provided in
M
theBoard biographies on pages
74to76.
Leads the Board and ensures its effectiveness in all aspects of its duties.
Promotes the highest standards of integrity, probity and corporate governance.
Sets the agenda for Board meetings in consultation with the Secretary to the Board,
other Directors and members of senior management.
Promotes a culture of openness and debate within the Board by facilitating the effective
contribution of all Directors.
Oversees Director development, induction, performance evaluation and relations
with shareholders.
STRATEGIC REPORT
Chairs meetings and ensures that there is adequate time available for discussion
of all agenda items with a focus on strategic, rather than routine, issues.
Where necessary, acts as an intermediary between the Chairman and the other
members of the Board or Group CEO.
Acts as an additional point of contact for shareholders focusing on the Groups
governance and strategy, and gives shareholders a means of raising concerns
otherthan with the Chairman or senior management.
GOVERNANCE
Provides a sounding board for the Chairman and supports the Chairman in the
delivery of his objectives as required.
Non-Executive Directors
These Directors do not meet one or more
of the independence criteria set out in the
UK Corporate Governance Code.
ore information is provided in
M
theBoard biographies on pages
74to76.
Provide a range of outside perspectives to the Group and encourage robust debate
with, and challenge of, the Groups executive management.
Ensure that no individual or small group of individuals can dominate the Boards
decision-making.
Provide a range of outside perspectives to the Group and encourage robust debate
with, and challenge of, the Groups executive management.
Ensure that no individual or small group of individuals can dominate the
Boardsdecision-making.
Board balance
As at the date of this report the Board has 11 Directors, comprising
a Non-Executive Chairman and ten Non-Executive Directors.
The Board considers five of these Non-Executive Directors to be
independent. The Board is satisfied that the balance of the Board,
in terms of background, gender and independence, limits the scope
for an individual or small group of individuals to dominate the Boards
decision-making. The Board considers that a board comprising
exclusively of NonExecutive Directors is valuable both in terms
of providing a range of outside perspectives to the Group and in
encouraging robust debate with, and challenge of, the Groups
executive management.
The Directors biographies provide details of their Committee
memberships as well as other principal directorships and external
roles, and demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the mining industry,
significant international business experience and a diversity of core
skills and experience. All Directors have confirmed that their other
commitments do not prevent them from devoting sufficient time
totheir role.
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OTHER INFORMATION
No connection with the Group or any other Director which could be seen
tocompromise independence.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Ramn Jara
Hugo Dryland
Andrnico Luksic
Gonzalo Menndez
Juan Claro
Board balance
Director tenure
Director location
D
Director independence
A
B
B
D
C
A Chile
A 13 years
A Chairman
B USA
B 47 years
B Independent
C Canada
C 810 years
C Non-Independent
D UK
Maximum possible
10
10
8
10
9
10
10
10
3
9
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Jean-Paul Luksic
William Hayes
Gonzalo Menndez
Ramn Jara
Juan Claro
Hugo Dryland
Tim Baker
Ollie Oliveira
Andrnico Luksic
Vivianne Blanlot
Jorge Bande
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
AGM
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT 1
NOV
DEC
OVERVIEW
GOVERNANCE
Antofagasta plc 81
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STRATEGIC REPORT
Chairman agrees
the meeting agenda
Board meeting
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
JAN
Topics
MAR
APR
GOVERNANCE
MAY
Interim Q1 Results
2015 Performance
Scorecard Results
Projects Strategy
Exploration Strategy
Sustainability Strategy
Competitiveness and
Costs Programme 2016
Sustainability Report
Compliance Report
Insurance Strategy
Legal Strategy
AGM Agenda
JUN
Topics
Group Strategy
AUG
OCT
NOV
Interim Q3 Results
2017 Budgets
Half-Year Report
Energy Strategy
Commercial and
Financial Parameters
Financing Strategy
ore information:
M
www.antofagasta.co.uk
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OTHER INFORMATION
Interim Q2 Results
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Strengths:
understanding of roles and responsibilities and corporate
governance responsibilities;
the Boards open and respectful work environment;
the Boards leadership in values, ethics, sustainability
and diversity;
2013
2016
External
evaluation
completed by
Independent
Audit Limited
Implementation of 2013
recommendations facilitated by
the Company Secretary and the
Secretary to the Board
External evaluation
commenced by
Independent
Audit Limited
inJanuary 2016
OVERVIEW
William Hayes
Chairman of the
Audit and Risk Committee
Audit and
Risk Committee
STRATEGIC REPORT
R
ead more on pages 86 to 89.
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman of the Nomination
and Governance Committee
Nomination and
Governance Committee
GOVERNANCE
R
ead more on pages 90 to 92.
Sustainability
and Stakeholder
Management Committee
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Ramn Jara
Chairman of the
Sustainability and Stakeholder
Management Committee
R
ead more on pages 93 and 94.
OTHER INFORMATION
Ollie Oliveira
Chairman of the
ProjectsCommittee
Projects Committee
R
ead more on pages 95 and 96.
Tim Baker
Chairman of the
Remuneration and Talent
Management Committee
Remuneration and
TalentManagement
Committee
R
ead more on pages 96 to 111.
Antofagasta plc 85
Number
attended
Maximum
possible
4
4
4
4
4
4
William Hayes
Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee
The purpose of the Audit and Risk Committee is to assist the Board in
meeting its responsibilities relating to financial reporting and control.
The Committee is responsible for overseeing the Groups relationship
with the external auditor and monitoring the effectiveness of the
Groups Internal Audit and risk management functions.
Financial reporting
Antofagasta plc 87
OTHER INFORMATION
The key internal controls over the financial reporting process include
appropriate segregation of duties, ensuring adequate resources,
technical expertise and experience in the operations and corporate
centres accounting teams, application of consistent accounting
policies as set out in the Groups detailed accounting policies
manual, robust review processes over the results, balances and
key accounting judgements both within the individual operations
and also by the corporate centre and effective financial reporting
systems. A key area of focus for the Group during 2015 has been the
completion of the development of a new unified ERP system for the
Group, which has been implemented from 1 January 2016 onwards.
2. Zaldvar acquisition
Review of the accounting for the Groups acquisition of its 50% stake
in Minera Zaldvar SpA (Zaldvar), including the treatment of that
investment as a joint venture, and the determination of the fair values
of the assets and liabilities acquired.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
The Committee meets at least three times a year, with the external
auditors in attendance. There is a rolling agenda that covers regular
matters such as the review of the year end financial statements and
half-yearly financial report, planning for the year end reporting and
external audit processes, monitoring the Groups tax strategy and
processes, reviewing the Internal Audit work plan and reports from
the risk management function, as well as providing time for ad-hoc
matters requiring the Committees consideration. The Committee
held four meetings during 2015.
OVERVIEW
The Board has ultimate responsibility for overseeing the Groups key
risks, as well as for maintaining sound risk management and internal
control systems. The Groups system of internal control is designed
to manage rather than eliminate the risk of failure in order toachieve
business objectives, and can only provide reasonable and not
absolute assurance against material misstatement or loss.
Whistleblowing
Reports presented
every quarter
General Managers
ofthe Operations
Present the operations
most significant risks at
least once a year
Risk Management
Function
Present developments
of the Groups risk
management processes
and Group-level strategic
risk at least twice
per year
Report on Groups Crime
Prevention Model in
accordance with Chilean
anti-corruption legislation
OTHER INFORMATION
Appointment and
activities overseen
by the Audit and
Risk Committee
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Crime Prevention
Officer
GOVERNANCE
Board
STRATEGIC REPORT
The Committee plays a key role in assisting the Board with its
responsibilities in respect of risk and related controls. The risk
management function presents to the Committee several times
during the year, and presentations include details of developments in
the Groups overall risk management processes and key Group-level
strategic risks. The General Managers of the Groups operations,
including the transport and water divisions (until the date of its
disposal), also present to the Committee, with each operation
typically presenting at least once a year. The presentations include
details of the operations most significant risks and related mitigating
controls, and any significant control issues that have arisen.
OVERVIEW
Each year the Board, with the support of the Committee, reviews
theeffectiveness of the Groups risk management and internal control
systems. The review covers all material controls, including financial,
operational and compliance controls. During 2015, a review of the
risk management and internal control systems was performed by the
Committee, with the Chairman of the Committee reporting back to
the Board on its findings. No significant failures or weaknesses were
identified as a result of this review.
Further information relating to the Groups risk and management
systems is given in the Risk management section of the Strategic
Report on pages 32 to 38.
Antofagasta plc 89
Number
attended
Maximum
possible
3
3
3
3
3
3
This year has seen relative stability at Board and committee level
following the appointments of two independent Non-Executive
Directors and a change to the composition of the committees in
2014. Our focus therefore has shifted from making appointments and
ensuring that new Directors or Committee members receive a full
induction, appropriate training and experience, to succession planning
for the medium term, both at Board and Senior Management level.
As noted in my introduction to the Corporate Governance Report, the
Committee will continue to monitor the composition of the Board and
its committees in 2016. This will ensure that they are appropriately
staffed and that we continue to benefit from shared knowledge and
experience as well as fresh ideas, so that we are in the best possible
position to secure long-term growth and profitability. The Committee
is also monitoring developments in connection with the FRCs recent
focus on UK Board Succession Planning.
The Board Committees are proactive and work hard to help the Board
to challenge management constructively and ensure that matters
that come to the Board for approval have been thoroughly analysed
and well thought-out. With the creation of the Projects Committee,
we have a broad and appropriate set of committees to ensure that
Board meetings include significant focus on strategic issues without
compromising the depth of knowledge required to support effective
decision-making.
Below Board level, Diego Hernndez has continued to work with
the CEO of Antofagasta Minerals, IvnArriagada, and the Executive
Committee to rigorously implement our strategy of:
strengthening the Groups position in a challenging environment;
optimising our business portfolio; and
maintaining our discipline, austerity and ability
toseize opportunities.
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman of the Nomination andGovernance Committee
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Board evaluations
As explained on page 84, an internal Board evaluation was
conducted during the year which demonstrated that significant
progress has been made in implementing all the recommendations
made following the 2013 external evaluation. The Committee
reviewed and approved the scope of the external evaluation for 2016.
Appointments to the Board
In making appointments to the Board, the Committee considers
the skills, experience and knowledge of the existing Directors
and identifies potential candidates who would best contribute to
maintaining a strong Board with broad and complementary skills and
experiences. The Committee assesses the candidates based on a
number of criteria, including relevant experience, skills, personality
type, whether they would contribute to a diverse Board composition
and whether they have sufficient time to devote to the role. Following
the changes to the Chairmans role and the appointment of two
new independent NonExecutive Directors in 2014, there were
nochanges to the Boards composition in 2015.
Antofagasta plc 91
OTHER INFORMATION
Succession planning
The Chairman is responsible for ensuring that any new Directors are
provided with a full induction on joining the Board and the Secretary
to the Board and the Company Secretary both assist the Chairman
with this process. During the recruitment process, the Committee
also advises potential candidates of the Companys values, business
culture and challenges, as well as expectations of time commitment
to meet both Board and committee objectives.
Appointments to committees
Corporate governance
During 2015, Tim Baker rotated off the Audit and Risk Committee and
joined the Sustainability and Stakeholder Management Committee.
There are now four Directors serving on the Sustainability and
Stakeholder Management Committee. As explained on pages 93
and 94, engaging with the Groups stakeholders to resolve long-term
issues is a key objective for the Group and Mr Bakers appointment
to the Sustainability and Stakeholder Management Committee is
intended to further support the Group in achieving this objective.
The Committee also recommended the creation of the Projects
Committee during the year, comprising of Ollie Oliveira as
Chairman and Jorge Bande and Tim Baker as members. One of the
recommendations from the 2013 external Board evaluation was for
the Board to focus greater attention on projectreviews, approvals and
execution. The Projects Committee has been tasked with assisting
the Board with this responsibility. As explained on pages 74 to 76,
allthree Directors have significant mining experience and are well
placed to carry out the Projects Committees objectives.
Boardroom diversity
The Board is comprised of highly capable and committed individuals
with a diverse range of technical skills, backgrounds, expertise,
nationalities and perspectives.
The Board benefits from the diversity of personal attributes among
Board members. Diversity of views, attitudes, background and
gender is important to ensure that the Board is not composed
solelyof like-minded individuals. As part of its annual evaluation,
theBoard assesses its effectiveness in meeting its diversity goals.
The Board believes in the benefits of diversity on the Board, including
gender. The Board has the objective of continuing to have at least one
female Director and will take advantage of opportunities to increase
female representation while continuing to appoint Directors based
on merit.
7
7
7
7
3
7
3
7
Antofagasta plc 93
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Maximum
possible
GOVERNANCE
Number
attended
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
The discussion forums that have been set up as part of the new
engagement model were particularly helpful for co-ordinating the
assistance efforts following the extremely powerful September
earthquake. This measured 8.4 on the Richter scale at the
epicentre which was less than 100 km from the Mauro tailings
dam. The earthquake did not damage the Mauro tailings dam and
representatives from the local community and independent experts
were invited to verify the structural integrity of the dam immediately
following the earthquake.
The Committee continued to oversee the work being done by the
Group to meet its commitments as a member of the International
Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), which included reviewing
revised mine closure guidelines and procedures. Michilla is the
Groups only underground mine and over the course of the year
Ramn Jara
Chairman of the Sustainability and
Stakeholder Management Committee
Community relations
The Committee is responsible for reviewing the Groups community
engagement strategies and in 2015, the Committee reviewed
progress on the implementation of a new community relations
programme at Los Pelambres, working with the community and
theGovernment to create a shared vision of social andenvironmental
priorities and corresponding projects to be developed over the
coming years.
Consultation, commitment to regional development and responding
to complaints are fundamental components of this strategy, as
explained in more detail in the Managing a sustainable business
section of the Strategic Report onpages53 to 63.
Environment
As part of the Committees responsibilities to make
recommendations for developing and updating policies and
standards, the Committee continued to oversee the work being
done by the Group to meet its commitments as a member of the
ICMM following its acceptance as a member in 2014. This included
approving the development of:
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
Number
attended
Maximum
possible
4
4
4
4
4
4
Ollie Oliveira
Chairman of the Projects Committee
Antofagasta plc 95
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Remuneration
Annual Statement by the
ChairmanoftheRemuneration
andTalentManagement Committee
96
98
99
99
100
100
102
110
111
111
OTHER INFORMATION
As a Committee, our objectives for 2016 are the same as for the
rest of the Group to focus on the Groups strategic objectives,
operational performance and ability to deliver. Specific areas where
this will be applied in 2016 include the alignment of Zaldvars
remuneration practices with those of the rest of the Group, and
labour negotiations with four unions that represent employees and
contractors in the Groups transport division during the first quarter
of 2016.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Last year we reported that following the change in the role of the
Chairman in 2014 and the Committees review of his remuneration,
his total annual remuneration would be reduced by almost 70%.
This year was the first full year that the Chairman performed in a
nonexecutive role and the impact of this change on the Chairmans
pay arrangements can be seen in the single figure remuneration table
on page 101.
STRATEGIC REPORT
Our focus in 2015 was to ensure that the pay structures and
incentives for the Groups executives, who are currently outside
the scope of the Directors Remuneration Policy, encourage
teamwork and collaboration and appropriately incentivise and
stretchmanagement to achieve the Groups strategic objectives.
OVERVIEW
Dear Shareholder,
Tim Baker
Chairman of the Remuneration
and Talent Management Committee
Antofagasta plc 97
Fees
Purpose
Operation
Maximum opportunity
Separate base fees are paid for services to the Antofagasta Minerals Board if fees are out of line with the market; and/or
(all Non-Executive Directors are members of both boards), and for being
if fees for chairing or serving as a member of any
directors of subsidiary companies and joint venture companies within
of the Boards committees are out of line with
the Group.
the market.
Ramn Jara also receives a base fee for services provided to Antofagasta
Any increases will take into account the factors
Minerals (pursuant to a separate service contract).
described under operation and will not
Fee levels are denominated in US dollars. The Committee may determine
fee levels and/or pay fees in any other currency if deemed necessary.
be excessive.
Variable
Given the non-executive composition of the Board, there are no arrangements for Directors to acquire benefits through the acquisition of shares in the Company
remuneration orany of its subsidiary undertakings, to benefit through performance-related pay or to participate in long-term incentive schemes.
The Corporate Governance Code states that remuneration for Non-Executive Directors should not include share options or other performance-related elements.
Benefits
Pension
No Director receives pension contributions. The Corporate Governance Code considers that the participation by a Non-Executive Director in a companys pension
scheme could potentially affect the independence of that Non-Executive Director.
As Directors do not receive variable remuneration, there are no provisions in place to recover sums paid or withhold payments.
No Executive Directors were appointed, or served, on the Board in 2015.
OVERVIEW
6
6
6
6
6
6
Antofagasta plc 99
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Reviewed the structure of the Groups Annual Bonus and longterm incentive plans and recommended changes to the Board
for approval.
Reviewed LTIP eligibility and participants.
Oversaw the continued implementation of the Groups talent
management and succession planning policies.
Reviewed compensation across the Group to ensure that it
remains competitive, motivating and appropriately aligned with
the Groups performance and strategy.
Reviewed fees for members of the Projects Committee and
recommended them to the Board for approval.
Reviewed the Companys 2014 Remuneration Report prior
to its approval by the Board and subsequent approval by
shareholders at the 2015 AGM.
Reviewed Group performance and approved the vesting
ofawards in connection with LTIP awards granted in 2012.
Reviewed the 2016 Annual Bonus Plan and Group
performance against the 2015 Annual Bonus Plan.
Reviewed and approved the performance of the members of
the Executive Committee under the 2014 Annual Bonus Plan.
Reviewed the performance of the Group CEO for the purpose
of determining variable compensation under the 2014 Annual
Bonus Plan and Recruitment Award.
Reviewed the performance-related elements of the
Group CEOs compensation and approved the grant
ofStrategic Awards.
Reviewed Chairman, Director and Committee fees.
Number
attended
965,357,216
91.8%
86,053,542
8.2%
88.7%
1,350,645
Votes against
Votes cast as a percentage of Issued Share Capital
Votes withheld
Non-Executive Directors
There has been no change to the level of Antofagasta plc Board
fees since 2012. The base Non-Executive Directors annual fee in
respect of the Board remained at $130,000. Given the core role
which Antofagasta Minerals plays in the management of the mining
operations and projects, and that Antofagasta Minerals represents
the large majority of the Groups business, all Antofagasta plc
Directors also served as Directors of the Antofagasta Minerals board.
The annual fee payable to Directors of Antofagasta Minerals remained
at $130,000 for members of the Board. Therefore, the combined
base fees payable to Non-Executive Directors of both Antofagasta plc
and Antofagasta Minerals amounted to $260,000 per annum.
The Board remains satisfied that the current fee levels and structure
are aligned with the Groups international peers and the Board is not
recommending any change this year, but will continue to review fee
levels from time to time, in accordance with the Remuneration Policy.
In addition to Board fees, Directors also receive fees for their
contributions to Board committees during the year. In 2015, with the
assistance of Towers Watson, the Committee reviewed committee fee
levels and it was decided that fees for the existing committees should
remain unchanged, as they have since 2012. Following the creation
of the Projects Committee in 2015, the Committee determined that
additional fees for the Projects Committee Chairman and members
should be the same as for the Remuneration and Talent Management
Committee and the Sustainability and Stakeholder Management
Committee. The table below summarises Antofagasta plc Board
Committee fees payable in 2015.
Role
1,049,760,797
99.1%
9,754,030
0.9%
89.4%
105,477
Additional
fees ($000)
20
10
10
4
16
10
16
10
16
10
The Remuneration Policy does not allow for the payment of variable
remuneration to the Chairman or Non-Executive Directors.
Chairman
Benefits5
Annual Bonus
Recruitment
Award9
LTIP6
2014
$000
2015
$000
2014
$000
1,115
2,610
342
313
879
270
260
294
288
356
340
963
279
260
294
273
0
260
173
260
270
200
23
275
4,566
10
6,018
5
28
321
321
220
220
621
621
158
158
734
734
2,534
7,100
688
6,706
2014
$000
2015
$000
2014
$000
2015
$000
2014
$000
1,098
2,590
18
20
342
313
876
270
260
294
288
356
340
960
279
260
294
273
260
173
260
270
200
275
4,545
10
5,995
21
847
5,392
303
6,298
11
32
20157
$000
20148
$000
Total
2015
$000
2015
$000
OVERVIEW
Salary/Fees
Chairman
Jean-Paul Luksic1
(non-executive since
1 September 2014)
Diego Hernndez4
(appointed
Group CEO
1 September 2014)
Grand total
2D
uring 2015, remuneration of $524,000 (2014 $573,000) for the provision of services by Ramn Jara was paid to Asesoras Ramn F Jara Ltda. This amount is included in the amounts
attributable to Ramn Jara of $876,000 (2014 $960,000). The benefits expense represents the provision of accident insurance to Ramn Jara.
3F
ees payable in respect of Ollie Oliveiras service as a Director are paid to Greengrove Capital LLP, a partnership in which Ollie Oliveira is a partner.
4D
iego Hernndez was appointed Group CEO on 1 September 2014 and amounts disclosed for 2014 relate to remuneration paid to him from that date, including base salary and benefits and
theprorata value of his annual bonus and LTIP Restricted Share Awards. No pension is payable to Diego Hernndez.
5A
ll Directors are covered by the Directors and Officers, Life and Travel insurance policies generally maintained by the Group. Diego Hernndez is covered by Life and Health insurance policies
generally maintained by the Group.
6A
s explained on page 104, awards granted pursuant to the LTIP are split between Restricted Share Awards and Performance Share Awards. Because Restricted Share Awards do not have
aperformance element, they are reported in the year that they vest.
7T
he 2015 amounts payable to Diego Hernndez under the LTIP relate to Restricted Share Awards and Performance Share Awards granted in 2013 and to Restricted Share Awards granted in 2012
and 2014. The performance period for Performance Share Awards granted in 2013 concluded on 31 December 2015 and these awards will vest on 12 April 2016. Because the Performance Share
Awards granted in 2013 have not yet vested, the amounts attributable to these awards have been estimated using the average closing share price for the last quarter of 2015 of 505.1p and the
average exchange rate for the year of $1.528/1.
8T
he 2014 amounts payable to Diego Hernndez under the LTIP relate to Restricted Share Awards and Performance Share Awards granted in 2012 and to Restricted Share Awards granted in 2013.
The amounts attributable to the Restricted Share Awards are the pro rata value of amounts paid following vesting in 2014 following his appointment as Group CEO. The performance period for
Performance Share Awards granted in 2012 concluded on 31 December 2014 and vested on 25 March 2015. This figure is the final amount paid for the entire performance period. In the 2014
Annual Report an estimate was used because the 2012 Performance Share Awards had not yet vested.
9D
iego Hernndez was granted an exceptional, long-term Recruitment Award on 22 November 2012. The Recruitment Award was in the form of conditional rights to receive a cash payment by
reference to the market value of 83,496 ordinary shares in the Company at vesting. The Recruitment Award was not granted over actual shares. Half of the Recruitment Award was subject both
to performance conditions, which were measured over a three-year period ending on 1 August 2015 (the three-year anniversary of the effective date of Diego Hernndezs appointment), and
to continued employment and the other half of the Recruitment Award was subject to continued employment. 100% of the Recruitment Award vested on 1 August 2015. The calculation of the
award was made using the share price as at 1 August 2015 of 577.5p and an exchange rate of $1.577/1. Details of the performance conditions attaching to the Recruitment Award and Diego
Hernndezs performance are explained in more detail on page 107.
OTHER INFORMATION
1O
n 1 September 2014, Jean-Paul Luksic became Non-Executive Chairman of Antofagasta plc. From this date, his service agreements with Antofagasta Minerals S.A. and Antofagasta Railway
Company plc terminated and his annual fee as Chairman of the Antofagasta plc Board was reduced from $1,000,000 to $730,000. He continues to receive an annual fee of $260,000 as Chairman
of Antofagasta Minerals S.A., an annual fee of $10,000 as Chairman of the Nomination and Governance Committee and received directors fees as a director of Ferrocarril de Antofagasta a
Bolivia, the Chilean branch of Antofagasta Railway Company plc until 6 October 2015 and Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. until 3 June 2015, when the sale of the Groups water division completed.
The benefits expense represents the provision of life, accident and health insurance.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Total Board
Group CEO
(not on the Board)
GOVERNANCE
William Hayes
Gonzalo Menndez
Ramn Jara2
Juan Claro
Hugo Dryland
Tim Baker
Ollie Oliveira3
Nelson Pizarro
(resigned
1 September 2014)
Andrnico Luksic
Vivianne Blanlot
(appointed
27 March 2014)
Jorge Bande
(appointed
17 December 2014)
STRATEGIC REPORT
Non-Executive
Directors
Remuneration principles
The Directors who held office at 31 December 2015 had the following
interests in the ordinary shares of the Company:
Jean-Paul Luksic1
Ramn Jara2
31 December
2015
1 January 2015
41,963,110
5,260
41,963,110
5,260
1 J ean-Paul Luksics interest relates to shares held by Aureberg Establishment, an entity that he
ultimately controls.
2R
amn Jaras interest relates to shares held by a close family member.
OVERVIEW
Annual bonus
Employees are eligible to receive cash awards under the Annual Bonus Plan based on Group and individual performance. The bonus plan
focuses on the delivery of annual financial and non-financial targets designed to align remuneration with the Groups strategy and create
aplatform for sustainable future performance. In 2015, the bonus payable to the Group CEO was attributable 70% to the performance
oftheGroup and 30% to personal performance, according to metrics that were fixed at the beginning of the year.
The bonus payable to the Group CEO for achieving the Group and personal performance targets in 2015 was 50% of annual base salary
(sixmonths base salary).
In 2015, the bonus payable to the CEO of Antofagasta Minerals was attributable 70% performance of the Group and 30% to personal
performance, according to metrics that were fixed when he joined the Group in 2015. The bonus payable to each Vice President was
attributable 50% to the performance of the Group and 50% to the performance of that Vice President, according to metrics that were
fixedatthe beginning of the year.
In 2015, Group performance under the Annual Bonus Plan was as follows:
58%
16%
15%
Core Business
EBITDA 2
Production3
Copper Production (13.6%)
Gold Production (0.9%)
Molybdenum Production (0.5%)
Costs
Cash Costs Before By-product Credits (22%)
Corporate Expenditure (2%)
Operating Companies Capex
Business Development
Growth Projects Execution4
Exploration and Development Resources increase
Business Development Growth M&A
Sustainability and Organisational Capabilities
Safety KPIs, Reporting and Safety Model
People Talent Management
Environmental Performance
Social Programmes
Transformational Initiatives Nexo Project
24%
3%
21%
13%
3%
5%
21%
10%
2%
2%
5%
2%
Total
2015
Minimum
2015
Target
2015
Maximum
2015
Outcome
2015
Result1 %
$m
1,059
1,176
1,294
832
90
kt
koz
kt
668
235
7.5
710
250
8.0
732
258
8.2
626
214
10.1
90
90
110
1.81
136
94.5
110
104.2
Measure
$/lb
$m
Mt CuF
1.86
1.75
1.70
152
145
137
Measured according to schedule and budget
Measured according to schedule/budget/quality
6.5
6.8
7.2
Measured according to KPIs and milestones
7.9
98.6
110
110
96.3
108.4
102.7
108.6
107.6
97.1
1 Performance range is 90-110% where 90% = threshold, 100% = meets expectations/target, and 110% = outstanding performance/stretch.
2 Mining division only.
3 Excludes Zaldvar.
4 Split between the Antucoya Project (6%), Encuentro Oxides (4%), Los Pelambres Incremental Expansion (1%), Centinela Second Concentrator (1%) and Centinela Molybdenum Plant (1%).
The choice of these criteria, and their respective weightings, reflect the Committees belief that any incentive compensation should be
tied both to the overall performance of the Group and to those areas of the business that the relevant individual can directly influence.
The Committee reviewed the results for 2015 in November 2015 and January 2016 and decided to recommend that the Board use its
discretion to lower the 2015 Group performance outcome as it applies to Diego Hernndez and the Executive Committee from 97.1% to 95%
to reflect that 2015 was a challenging year for the Group in particular with production substantially missing budget and a fatality at Michilla.
OTHER INFORMATION
Objective
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Weighting
GOVERNANCE
The Group performance criteria for the Annual Bonus Plan and the individual performance criteria for the Group CEO are set annually by
theCommittee. The individual performance criteria for the Executive Committee are set by the Group CEO and reviewed by the Committee.
The average maximum available award for the Executive Committee members under the terms of the Annual Bonus Plan, which would
reflect maximum individual and Group performance, is 67% of base salary. In 2015, the average award for the Executive Committee
members was approximately 32% of base salary. Individual award levels are calibrated at the conclusion of each annual performance
period to ensure that performance targets remain stretching and that high or maximum payments under each plan are received only
forexceptional performance.
STRATEGIC REPORT
The maximum bonus payable to the Group CEO for achieving stretch performance targets in 2015 was 100% of annual base salary
(12 months base salary).
The Committee, with input from the Board, assessed Diego Hernndezs performance against his individual objectives as 104% for his
individual contribution to the business during the year.
Diego Hernndezs performance against his individual objectives is summarised below:
Category
Performance
Results
Effective implementation of, and performance against, the Groups safety and health model with the exception
of an unacceptable fatality at Michilla.
Copper production below target.
Unit costs higher than target due to lower than forecast production.
Successful handling of the closure of mining operations at Michilla.
Antucoya commenced production once construction issues were resolved.
On budget progress at the Encuentro Oxides project.
Centinela Molybdenum Plant project approved for construction.
Leadership
Strong progress on developing in-house construction management expertise for the Encuentro Oxides
andCentinela Molybdenum Plant projects.
Strong leadership demonstrated across the Group with good progress on safety, succession planning
andtalent management.
Strong mentorship of the Executive Committee.
Further progress on rolling out and strengthening the Groups leadership values and behaviours model.
Strategic development
Capital and
cost reductions
Based on performance achieved against targets during the 2015 financial year, the Committee determined, based on the performance metrics,
that Diego Hernndez would receive a bonus payment of $321,000 for 2015.
Because the annual bonus is paid in Chilean pesos, it is subject to annual exchange rate movements when reported in US dollars.
Long-Term Incentive Plan
The Company introduced the LTIP at the end of 2011. Eligibility to participate in the LTIP is determined by the Committee each year on
an individual basis and all members of the Executive Committee currently participate. The first awards under the LTIP were granted on
29 December 2011 and awards have since been granted annually. Under the rules of the LTIP, Directors are not eligible to participate.
Under the LTIP, participants are eligible to receive phantom share awards (conditional rights to receive cash payment by reference to
aspecified number of the Companys ordinary shares), which are paid in cash upon vesting and are made to participants based on the
priceofthe Companys ordinary shares at the time of vesting.
Awards granted pursuant to the LTIP are split between Restricted Share Awards (RSAs) and Performance Share Awards (PSAs).
The RSAs are conditional rights to receive cash payment by reference to a specified number of the Companys ordinary shares subject to
the relevant employee remaining employed by the Group when the RSAs vest. The PSAs are conditional rights to receive cash payment by
reference to a specified number of the Companys ordinary shares subject to both the satisfaction of performance conditions and the relevant
employee remaining employed by the Group when the PSAs vest.
PSAs reward performance over three years.
RSAs vest one-third in each year over a three-year period following grant of the award.
The same performance criteria apply to all participants in the LTIP, which is designed to link business objectives, shareholder value and senior
management rewards. The number of PSAs and RSAs awarded to each member of the Executive Committee is calculated as a percentage
of salary up to a limit of 200% of base salary or 325% of base salary if the Committee determines that exceptional circumstances apply.
The market value of shares in relation to which the award is to be granted is equal to the closing price on the dealing day before the grant
orifthe Committee so determines, the average of the closing price during a period determined by the Committee not exceeding five dealing
days ending with the last dealing day before the grant.
In 2015, Diego Hernndez received total payments of $481,000 in respect of the RSAs granted in 2012, 2013 and 2014. Using the average
closing share price for the last quarter of 2015 of 505.1p and the average exchange rate for the year of $1.528/1, Diego Hernndezs estimated
payment for PSA awards granted under the 2013 programme and vesting on the conclusion of performance in 2015 is $140,000. Using these
calculations, LTIP awards amounted to 73% of his base salary.
Anticipated
performance1
Measure
Weighting
Objective
Minimum
Target
Maximum
25%
Relative Total
Shareholder
Return2
EBITDA3
0% vesting at performance
below the index during the
threeyear period
0% vesting at 80%
ofmaximum or below
0% vesting at 66.481 MtCuF or
below as at 31December 2015,
taking into account
1.050 MtCuF expected
consumption over the
performance period
0% vesting at 11.817 MtCuF.
This figure corresponds to
2012 reserves, less estimated
consumption by the operating
companies over the
performance period
100%
100%
100%
Minimum (0%)
Target (50%)
Maximum (100%)
0%
Full production at
January 2016
Full production at
December 2015
0%
$120/MWh
$110/MWh
25%
0%
0%
0%
25%
10%
Mineral
Reserves
Increase
35%
Projects,
Development
and
Sustainability
GOVERNANCE
Mineral
Resources
Increase
0%
STRATEGIC REPORT
5%
OVERVIEW
The performance criteria attaching to the PSAs granted in 2013 and anticipated performance based on estimates as at March 2016 is as follows:
1. Encuentro Oxides
andCentinela Second
Concentrator (7%)
Total
41%
1A
nticipated performance is based on estimates in March 2016. These awards will not vest until after the Groups 2015 results have been released to the market.
2 Total shareholder return is calculated to show a theoretical change in the value of a shareholding over a specified period, assuming that dividends are reinvested to purchase additional shares at
the closing price applicable on the ex-dividend date. Total shareholder return for the Euromoney Global Mining Index is calculated by aggregating the returns of all individual constituents of that
index and, for the purposes of comparison with Antofagasta plc share performance, is calculated by taking an average of the index over three months before the beginning and the end of the
period respectively.
3 Targets are calculated based on the Groups accumulated EBITDA over the period from 2013-2015, versus the 2013 budget figure and the 2013, Groups internal base case figures for 2014 and
2015. The final calculation will not be adjusted for commodity price or exchange rate fluctuations.
OTHER INFORMATION
2. Antucoya (7%)
Full production at
February2016
3. Los Pelambres
energy cost (4%)
$130/MWh
4. Safety (7%)
Over the three-year period,
zero fatalities and LTIFR
less than an average of 1.3
5. Los Pelambres expansion
project (6%)
Pre-feasibility study
completed by
31 December 2015
6. Twin Metals project (4%)
Pre-feasibility study
completed by
31December 2014
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The following LTIP awards with one or more outstanding components have been granted to Diego Hernndez:
Year of
grant
2013
2014
Number of
shares over
which the
grant relates
Date of award
Performance
Share Awards
Restricted
Share Awards
45,242
12 April 2013
45,242
12 April 2013
Performance
Share Awards
Restricted
Share Awards
53,896
19 March 2014
53,896
19 March 2014
Award type
Vesting dates
Face value of
award (using
market price at
grant)
000
Market
price at
grant
End of
performance
period
% of award
receivable if
minimum
performance
achieved
12 April 2016
700
10.13
31 December 2015
0%
12 April 2014
12 April 2015
12 April 2016
19 March 2017
700
10.13
N/A
0%
750
7.85
31 December 2016
0%
19 March 2015
19 March 2016
19 March 2017
750
7.85
N/A
0%
Note: Diego Hernndez joined the Group on 1 August 2012 and was granted awards under the 2012 LTIP on 22 November 2012. The portion of RSAs that vested on 9 January 2013 was reduced pro
rata to take into account the period before he joined the Group. The payment that he received in relation to the PSAs that vested in 2015 was also reduced pro rata to the time that he has been with
the Group during the 2012 programme.
Grant date
Face value
of award
(% of base salary)
Cash Awards
Cash Awards
21 May 2015
21 May 2015
27%
153%
Face value
of award
(000)1
$230
$1,300
% vesting
at threshold
performance
100%
62%
30 April 2016
1 August 2016
1 The face value represents the maximum value of the award. The expected value of the award vesting on 1 August 2016 is 62% of the face value or $800,000.
2V
esting of the 2015 Strategic Awards is subject to Diego Hernndez remaining in employment with the Group and to performance criteria based on the Groups growth strategy and leading and
effectively managing the Groups leadership team. These individual targets are considered by the Board to be commercially sensitive; however the specific targets and performance against them
will be described retrospectively in the 2016 Annual Report.
As explained on page 101, as part of the remuneration arrangements agreed on his appointment, Diego Hernndez was granted an
exceptional, long-term Recruitment Award when he joined the Group.
OVERVIEW
Recruitment Award
Over and above the Annual Bonus Plan and the LTIP, which are both heavily weighted towards Group performance, Diego Hernndez was
tasked by the Board to build an organisation that could sustain itself in the long term in a very competitive labour market by building a depth
of talent, ensuring that succession plans were in place for all key positions in the Group and to develop a successor for the role of CEO of
Antofagasta Minerals. Over the three-year performance period, considerable work has been done and the Committee assessed that the
targets were fully met. The specific performance criteria and weightings attaching to the Recruitment Award were as follows.
Measure
12.8%
Increased leadership effectiveness of the Executive Committee evidenced by 360-degree feedback and measured against external
benchmarking performed in 2012, and in fully closing any gaps agreed with the Remuneration and Talent Management Committee.
Implementation of a succession plan for each member of the Executive Committee and for the General Managers of each of the
Groups operations evidenced by the successful identification of at least one successor for each position that is deemed ready to
assume the role at the vesting date.
Improvement of the organisational climate in the mining division, specifically regarding quality of life, recognition and development.
Implementation of a development programme for high-potential employees.
61.6%
12.8%
12.8%
The Group CEOs total remuneration in 2016 will consist of the same elements as in 2015, including:
Annual base salary of Ch$570,362,748 ($806,737) as at 1 January 2016, subject to adjustments for Chilean inflation, as described above;
An annual bonus equivalent to 50% of base salary if target performance is achieved, with a maximum of 100% if stretch targets are met;
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Weighting
The vesting of LTIP awards granted before 1 September 2014, which using the average closing share price for the last quarter of2015 are
equivalent to a maximum of 49% of base salary; and
The vesting of 2015 Strategic Awards, which are equivalent to a maximum of 190% of base salary.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
A significant proportion of the rewards available to Diego Hernndez is dependent on the performance of the Group.
OTHER INFORMATION
Objective
70%
10%
Core Business
EBITDA
25%
Copper Production
30%
Costs
Cash costs before by-product
credits(24%)
Corporate Expenditure (6%)
5%
5%
25%
5%
5%
5%
10%
Measure
Minimum
$m
-10%
tonnes
-6%
$/lb
+6%
1.65
-3%
$m
+6%
-3%
Target
Maximum
+10%
+3%
The weighting attributable to core business has increased from 58% of the total scorecard in 2015 to 70% in 2016, and the weighting
attributable to sustainability (including safety) has been increased from 21% in 2015 to 25% in 2016. This reflects the challenges associated
with low forecast copper prices and the Groups goals of focusing on safety, costs and productivity.
Starting in 2016, the Board has determined that two stand-alone triggers will apply to the calculation of Group performance as follows:
1. If net profit adjusted for currency fluctuations, metals prices and exceptional items is negative, the score relating to core business will
be90%.
2. If there are one or more fatalities in a year, the final Group performance score will be reduced by 15% within the performance range.
If there are no fatalities the score willbe increased by 15% within the performance range.
In addition, the Board has the discretion to adjust the final Group performance score by up to 3%.
The Board has also agreed to adjust the ratios between Group and individual performance under the 2016 Annual Bonus Plan. In 2016,
theperformance of the Vice Presidents will be weighted 70% towards Group performance and 30% towards individual performance
(previously the split was 50/50). This change is intended to more closely align the performance of the Group CEO and the members
oftheExecutive Committee with the Groups objectives of improving safety, costs and productivity in 2016.
5%
35%
Maximum
23%
Target
23%
30% 15%
Minimum
$3.545m
54%
$2.746m
55%
100%
$0
$0.813m
$1m
$2m
$3m
$4m
Fixed elements
Annual variable elements
Long-term variable elements
Figures are based on the following assumptions:
Minimum consists of base salary plus benefits only and excludes adjustments for inflation.
Target consists of base salary, benefits and incentive awards at 50% of the maximum
potential award.
Maximum consists of base salary, benefits and incentive awards at 100% of the maximum
potential award.
No change in the share price is included in the calculation of the potential awards.
Long-term variable elements awards are calculated using the average closing share price
forthe last quarter of 2015 of 505.1p and an exchange rate of $1.528/1.
Base salary, benefits and incentive awards are estimated in Chilean pesos and long-term
variable awards are estimated by reference to the Companys share price which is in pound
sterling. These figures are therefore subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
Remuneration structure
The Committee is satisfied that the remuneration arrangements
in place for Diego Hernndez and the Executive Committee are
linked to performance, appropriately stretching and aligned to the
business strategy. Variable remuneration is a core component of
Executive Committee remuneration and up to 61% of the Executive
Committees total annual remuneration may be achieved under the
Annual Bonus Plan and the LTIP.
OTHER INFORMATION
40%
20%
Measure
Group CEO
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Objective
GOVERNANCE
Weighting
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
450
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
Dec 2008 Dec 2009 Dec 2010 Dec 2011 Dec 2012 Dec 2013 Dec 2014 Dec 2015
Antofagasta
FTSE All-Share
Total Shareholder Return represents share price growth plus dividends reinvested over the
period. Total Return Basis Index 31 December 2008 = 100.
Source: Datastream.
Chairman
Jean-Paul Luksic
Group CEO
Diego Hernndez
Total
Percentage change
on previous year
Proportion of
maximum annual
bonuspaid to
theGroup CEO
Proportion of
maximum LTIP
awards vesting
infavour of the
Group CEO3
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
20141,2
2015
688
3,184 3,330 3,521 3,598 3,615 2,884
2,534
2,534
(12)%
69%
39%
76%
41%
1T
he single figure remuneration for the Groups lead executive in 2014 comprises of Jean-Paul
Luksics remuneration until 1 September 2014 (when he became Non-Executive Chairman)
and Diego Hernndezs remuneration from 1 September 2014 (when he became Group CEO).
2T
he Chairman was not eligible for variable remuneration and the 2014 percentage figures
therefore only relate to the 2014 annual bonus and LTIP awards vesting in favour of the
Group CEO.
3T
he proportion of maximum LTIPs vesting in favour of the Group CEO for 2014 76% vesting
of Performance Share Awards granted in 2012. The proportion of maximum LTIPs vesting in
favour of the Group CEO for 2015 represents an estimated 41% vesting of the Performance
Share Awards granted in 2013. Because Restricted Share Awards do not have a performance
element, they are not included in these calculations.
The total remuneration paid to Diego Hernndez for 2015 was 12%
lower than the total remuneration paid to the lead executive in the
Group. This included a 66% decrease in fees/base salary and a 35%
decrease in benefits. These amounts are higher than the overall
decrease in total remuneration because a large proportion of Diego
Hernndezs total remuneration is made up of variable remuneration,
whereas none of the Chairmans remuneration was or is made up
ofvariable remuneration.
Executive Chairman/
Group CEO
Group employees
Percentage
change in
base salary
Percentage
change in
benefits
(66)%
4.3%
(35)%
0%
Percentage
change in
annual bonus
(51)%1
(10)%2
2T
his figure relates to the percentage change in annual bonus for mining division employees and
does not include a one-off bonus paid to employees as a result of the conclusion of collective
bargaining agreements with labour unions in 2014. Mining division employees were chosen
asthe comparator group here because employees in the transport division did not participate
inthe Annual Bonus Plan in 2015.
B
C
2014
($m)
A Employee remuneration1
B Distribution to shareholders2
C Taxation3
502.8
212.0
712.7
2015 Percentage
($m)
change
422.3
30.6
75.9
(16)%
(86)%
(89)%
1T
he employee remuneration cost includes salaries and social security costs, as set out
inNote7 to the financial statements.
2T
he distributions to shareholders represent the dividends proposed in relation to the year,
asset out in Note 12 to the financial statements.
3T
axation has been included because it provides an indication of the contribution of the Groups
operations in Chile to the Chilean State via its tax contributions. The taxation cost represents
the current tax charge in respect of corporate tax, mining tax (royalty) and withholding tax,
asset out in Note 9 to the financial statements.
Other information
This report does not disclose information in relation to the following,
which were not relevant for the 2015 financial year:
payments for loss of office no such events occurred in the year;
further details on pension arrangements Directors do not receive
pension benefits; and
Tim Baker
Chairman of the Remuneration
and Talent Management Committee
14 March 2016
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1T
his figure relates to the percentage change in annual bonus for Diego Hernndez only
between 2014 and 2015 since Jean-Paul Luksic did not receive variable remuneration.
GOVERNANCE
The table below compares the changes from 2014 to 2015 in fees/
base salary, benefits and annual bonus paid to the Groups lead
executive and Group employees as a whole. The underlying elements
of the lead executives pay are calculated using the values reported
inthe single figure remuneration table on page 101.
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
FEB
Group CEO presented at
industry conference for
institutional investors
3 days of 1-on-1 meetings
with over 50 investors
MAR
MAY
JUN
Presentation of Full-Year
2014 results
Mining division
CEO presentation at
industry conference for
institutional investors
European roadshow
4 days
London roadshow
2 days
Institutional investor
conference in California
OVERVIEW
ur Group website
O
www.antofagasta.co.uk
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Investor section
www.antofagasta.co.uk/
investors/
AUG
Presentation of Half-Year
2015 results
European roadshow
4 days
London roadshow
2 days
SEP
Investor relations
team attended three
industry conferences
in the UK and engaged
with shareholders
OCT
NOV
VP Marketing presented
to investors during
London Metals Week
Investor relations
team attended two
industry conferences
in the UK and engaged
with shareholders
Directors Report
Directors
Capital structure
Directors that have served during the year and summaries of current
Directors key skills and experience are set out in the Corporate
Governance Report on pages 74 to 76.
Pages 39 to 52
Page 38
Pages 39 to 52
Pages 61 to 63
Page 57
Julian Anderson
Company Secretary
14 March 2016
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Substantial shareholdings
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
Conflicts of interest
OVERVIEW
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman
14 March 2016
William Hayes
Senior Independent
Director and Chairman of the
Audit and Risk Committee
Financial statements
118
122
123
123
124
125
126
179
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
GOVERNANCE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OTHER INFORMATION
In our opinion:
the Consolidated Cash Flow Statement for the year then ended;
Overview
Overall group materiality: $65 million which represents 5% of three-year average of profit before tax adjusted
forone-off items.
Materiality
We identified the three mine sites, Los Pelambres, Centinela and Antucoya, which in our view, required an audit
oftheir complete financial information.
Audit scope
We conducted other audit procedures over the recently acquired Zaldvar mine and at the corporate offices in
London and Chile.
Taken together, the locations and functions where we performed our audit work accounted for 91% of revenue
and approximately 76% of absolute adjusted profit before tax (ie the sum of the numerical values without regard
towhether they were profits or losses for the relevant locations and functions).
Areas of
focus
The risks of material misstatement that had the greatest effect on our
audit, including the allocation of our resources and effort, are identified
as areas of focus in the table below. We have also set out how we
tailored our audit to address these specific areas in order to provide an
opinion on the financial statements as a whole, and any comments we
make on the results of our procedures should beread in this context.
This is not a complete list of all risks identified by our audit.
We considered the Directors impairment trigger analysis and agree that impairment indicators existed
atAntucoya and Centinela, and that these were the appropriate CGUs for impairment testing purposes.
We evaluated the Directors future cash flow forecasts, and the process by which they were drawn up,
including verifying the mathematical accuracy of the cash flow models and agreeing future capital and operating
expenditure to the latest Board approved budgets and the latest approved Life of Mine plans. We assessed the
reasonableness of the Directors future capital and operating expenses in light of their historical accuracy and
the current operational results and concluded the forecasts had been appropriately prepared, notwithstanding
that Antucoya has no operational history and the operating parameters are based on the feasibility study
adjusted for the latest expectations.
We performed sensitivity analysis around the key assumptions within the cash flow forecasts using a range of
higher discount rates and lower long term copper prices and there was no impairment. Having done so, whilst
we agreed with the directors conclusion, we found that a reasonably plausible downside scenario, within our
reasonable range, would result in an impairment of both CGUs.
In light of the above, we reviewed the appropriateness of the related disclosures in Note 15 of the financial
statements, including the sensitivities provided with respect to the relevant CGUs, and concluded they
were appropriate.
The Directors determined that based on the respective rights and obligations of each investor, Zaldvar was
jointly controlled and should be equity accounted as a joint venture. We examined the terms of the sale and joint
venture agreements and considered the substantive rights of the investors over the relevant activities of the
investee and determined that equity accounting was appropriate.
The Group engaged an independent valuation expert to perform the purchase price allocation exercise and
weassessed the competency and objectivity of the expert, and the scope of their work.
We read the experts report and discussed with the expert their valuation methodology for each category
ofasset and liability, along with the key judgements, including copper prices and discount rates, they made
indetermining the fair values. We determined that the methods used by the Directors expert were appropriate
and the fair values appeared reasonable based on the judgements made.
The Group has disclosed that the purchase price allocation remains provisional as the final working capital true
up has not been agreed with the vendor and further adjustment to the consideration, or the allocation to assets
and liabilities, could result.
We concurred with the Directors experts assessment of the provisional purchase price allocation and the
appropriateness of the related disclosures in Note 17 of the financial statements.
OTHER INFORMATION
We independently calculated a weighted average cost of capital by making reference to market data,
andconsidered the CGU specific risks. The discount rate used by the Directors of 8% fell at the lower
endofwhat we calculated asareasonable range.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
We formed an independent view of the copper price that a market participant might use in a fair value less
costto dispose scenario. We found that the Directors long-term copper price assumption $3.00/lb was
atthehigher end of a reasonable range.
GOVERNANCE
For each CGU, utilising our valuation experts, we evaluated the appropriateness of key market related
assumptions in the Directors valuation models, including the copper prices, discount rates, foreign currency
exchange rates and acid prices. We noted that the margin of recoverable amount above carrying value for
bothCGUs was particularly sensitive to changes in long-term copper price and discount rate assumptions.
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Area of focus
Going concern
Materiality
The scope of our audit was influenced by our application of
materiality. We set certain quantitative thresholds for materiality.
These, together with qualitative considerations, helped us to
determine the scope of our audit and the nature, timing and extent
ofour audit procedures on the individual financial statement line
itemsand disclosures and in evaluating the effect of misstatements,
both individually and on the financial statements as a whole.
Based on our professional judgement, we determined materiality
forthe financial statements as a whole as follows:
Overall Group
materiality
How we
determinedit
Rationale for
benchmark applied
Component
materiality
We agreed with the Audit and Risk Committee that we would report
to themmisstatements identified during our audit above $3 million
(2014 $1.25 million) as well as misstatements below that amount
that, inour view, warranted reporting for qualitative reasons.
We have no
exceptions
to report.
We have no
exceptions
to report.
We have no
exceptions
to report.
Under ISAs (UK & Ireland) we are required to report to you if we have
anything material to add or to draw attention to in relation to:
We have nothing
material to add
or to draw
attention to.
We have nothing
material to add
or to draw
attention to.
This report, including the opinions, has been prepared for and only
for the Parent Companys members as a body in accordance with
Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and for no other
purpose. We do not, in giving these opinions, accept or assume
responsibility for any other purpose or to any other person to whom
this report is shown or into whose hands it may come save where
expressly agreed by our prior consent in writing.
What an audit of financial statements involves
An audit involves obtaining evidence about the amounts and
disclosures in the financial statements sufficient to give reasonable
assurance that the financial statements are free from material
misstatement, whether caused by fraud or error. This includes
anassessment of:
whether the accounting policies are appropriate to the Groups and
the Parent Companys circumstances and have been consistently
applied and adequately disclosed;
Under the Companies Act 2006 we are required to report to you if,
inour opinion:
Under the Listing Rules we are required to review the part of the
Corporate Governance Statement relating to ten further provisions
ofthe Code. We have nothing to report having performed our review.
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Under the Listing Rules we are required to review the Directors statement that
they have carried out a robust assessment of the principal risks facing the Group
and the Directors statement in relation to the longer-term viability of the Group.
Our review was substantially less in scope than an audit and only consisted
of making inquiries and considering the Directors process supporting their
statements; checking that the statements are in alignment with the relevant
provisions of the Code; and considering whether the statements are consistent
with the knowledge acquired by us in the course of performing our audit.
We havenothing to report having performed our review.
GOVERNANCE
We have nothing
material to add
or to draw
attention to.
OVERVIEW
2015
$m
2014
(restated)
$m
3,394.6
(3,090.2)
304.4
(5.8)
298.6
18.1
(33.7)
(23.6)
(39.2)
259.4
(160.4)
99.0
5,145.6
(3,562.0)
1,583.6
(4.1)
1,579.5
16.8
(44.4)
(36.3)
(63.9)
1,515.6
(702.3)
813.3
10
602.7
701.7
37.4
850.7
32
11
93.5
608.2
390.9
459.8
US cents
US cents
0.6
61.1
61.7
42.8
3.8
46.6
Notes
Group revenue
Total operating costs
Operating profit from subsidiaries
Share of results from associates and joint ventures
Total profit from operations, associates and joint ventures
Investment income
Interest expense
Other finance items
Net finance expense
Profit before tax
Income tax expense
Profit for the financial year from continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Profit for the financial year from discontinued operations
Profit for the year
Attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
Owners of the parent
4,5
4,6
17,4
4,6
8
4
9
4
11
701.7
850.7
26
17
18
1.7
(16.0)
(3.2)
(1.8)
5.8
1.0
(1.3)
(13.8)
(0.2)
(42.0)
(6.1)
(26.2)
2.1
(8.5)
26.3
1.8
(52.8)
28
3.8
(1.2)
2.6
(11.2)
690.5
(17.4)
4.2
(13.2)
(66.0)
784.7
32
90.9
599.6
370.1
414.6
26
26
8
26
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Share capital
$m
Share
premium
$m
Other
reserves
(Note 31)
$m
Retained
earnings
(Note 31)
$m
Net
equity
$m
Noncontrolling
interests
$m
Total
equity
$m
89.8
89.8
89.8
199.2
199.2
199.2
(12.0)
(35.4)
(47.4)
(11.9)
(59.3)
6,447.5
459.8
(9.8)
1.5
(2.7)
(964.2)
5,932.1
608.2
3.3
(127.2)
6,416.4
6,724.5
459.8
(45.2)
1.5
(2.7)
(964.2)
6,173.7
608.2
(8.6)
(127.2)
6,646.1
1,939.1
390.9
(20.8)
(32.0)
(56.7)
2.7
50.0
(412.2)
1,861.0
93.5
(2.6)
(13.3)
14.6
(80.0)
1,873.2
8,663.6
850.7
(66.0)
(30.5)
(56.7)
50.0
(1,376.4)
8,034.7
701.7
(11.2)
(13.3)
14.6
(207.2)
8,519.3
OTHER INFORMATION
At 1 January 2014
Comprehensive income for the year
Other comprehensive expense for the year
Change in ownership interest in subsidiaries
Loss of control in subsidiaries
Capital increase in non-controlling interest
Capital contribution from non-controlling interest
Dividends
At 31 December 2014
Comprehensive income for the year
Other comprehensive (expense)/income for the year
Loss of control in subsidiaries
Capital contribution from non-controlling interest
Dividends
At 31 December 2015
GOVERNANCE
2014
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
OVERVIEW
Notes
2015
$m
2014
(Restated)
$m
150.1
8,601.1
2.0
263.9
1,146.6
292.9
2.7
124.6
10,583.9
118.6
8,213.9
2.6
247.8
198.1
239.5
15.6
104.6
9,140.7
297.1
604.8
319.5
0.2
924.1
807.5
2,953.2
13,537.1
382.5
810.3
106.9
0.2
1,529.1
845.4
3,674.4
12,815.1
24
26
25
(758.9)
(2.0)
(478.9)
(198.8)
(1,438.6)
(284.5)
(7.5)
(793.8)
(77.6)
(1,163.4)
24
26
25
28
30
30
(1,996.2)
(1.5)
(24.4)
(86.9)
(394.0)
(1,076.2)
(3,579.2)
(5,017.8)
8,519.3
(2,091.6)
(3.5)
(4.8)
(103.0)
(434.3)
(979.8)
(3,617.0)
(4,780.4)
8,034.7
31
89.8
199.2
(59.3)
6,416.4
6,646.1
1,873.2
8,519.3
89.8
199.2
(47.4)
5,932.1
6,173.7
1,861.0
8,034.7
Notes
Non-current assets
Intangible assets
Property, plant and equipment
Investment property
Inventories
Investment in associates and joint ventures
Trade and other receivables
Available-for-sale investments
Deferred tax assets
Current assets
Inventories
Trade and other receivables
Current tax assets
Derivative financial instruments
Liquid investments
Cash and cash equivalents
Total assets
Current liabilities
Short-term borrowings
Derivative financial instruments
Trade and other payables
Current tax liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Medium and long-term borrowings
Derivative financial instruments
Trade and other payables
Post-employment benefit obligations
Decommissioning and restoration and other long-term provisions
Deferred tax liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets
Equity
Share capital
Share premium
Other reserves
Retained earnings
Equity attributable to equity owners of the parent
Non-controlling interests
Total equity
13
14
21
17
22
18
29
21
22
26
23
23
31
31
32
The financial statements on pages 122 to 124 were approved by the Board of Directors on 14 March 2016 and signed on its behalf by
Jean-Paul Luksic
William Hayes
Chairman Director
858.3
(38.6)
(427.1)
392.6
2,507.8
(45.4)
(641.5)
1,820.9
17
20
17
18
8
19
(112.0)
(972.8)
12.1
(0.2)
942.9
(78.0)
1.6
(1,048.5)
605.0
11.0
(638.9)
(125.2)
20.0
(5.9)
(7.6)
1.7
(1,646.3)
542.3
16.5
(1,204.5)
(127.2)
(0.2)
(80.0)
14.6
725.9
(276.4)
(11.9)
244.8
(1.5)
845.4
(1.5)
(36.4)
807.5
(964.2)
(0.2)
(412.2)
50.0
(30.9)
1,583.4
(570.9)
(12.2)
(357.2)
259.2
613.7
259.2
(27.5)
845.4
23
12
12
32
33
33
33
33
33
23,33
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
33
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
2014
$m
OVERVIEW
2015
$m
Notes
OTHER INFORMATION
1 Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and with those
parts ofthe Companies Act 2006 applicable to companies reporting
under IFRS. Forthese purposes, IFRS comprise the standards issued
by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and IFRS
Interpretations Committee (IFRS IC) that have been endorsed by
the European Union (EU).
The financial statements have been prepared on the going concern
basis. Details of the factors which have been taken into account in
assessing the Groups going concern status are set out within the
Directors Report.
Significant events during 2015 and 2014
Construction of the Antucoya project was completed during 2015
and the project is currently in its initial start-up phase during which
final commissioning activities are being performed to ensure that
the operations assets are capable of operating in the manner
intended by management. During this initial start-up period, all
costs of the Antucoya operation, along with related revenues,
arebeing capitalised.
On 1 December 2015, the Group completed the agreement with
Barrick Gold Corporation (Barrick) under which Antofagasta
acquired a 50% interest in Compaia Minera Zaldvar SpA
(Zaldvar), and has accounted for its 50% interest in Zaldvar
asajoint venture from that date.
The Group completed the sale of its water division, Aguas de
Antofagasta S.A. to Empresas Publicas de Medellin, on 2 June, 2015
and the sale of its transport operation in Bolivia, Empresa Ferroviaria
Andina (FCA), to Kimarcus Group Corp on 28 August, 2015.
In these financial statements the net results of the water division
forthe five months to May 2015 and of the FCA for the eight months
to August 2015, are shown in the income statement on the line for
Profit for the period from discontinued operations. The comparative
results for the prior year have been restated in order to present the
comparative net result on the Profit for the period from discontinued
operations line.
In January 2015, the Group completed its acquisition of Duluth Metals
Limited (Duluth). As a result of the acquisition, the Group now has a
100% interest in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (TwinMetals) and
therefore it has been consolidated as a subsidiary of the Group from
that date.
A reclassification between property, plant and equipment and
current inventories has been made in the prior period comparative
figures related to Ferrocarril Antofagasta Bolivia (FCAB). This has
resulted in an increase in current inventories and a corresponding
decrease in property, plant and equipment of $13.2 million as at
31 December 2014.
During 2014, the Group merged Minera Esperanza and Minera
ElTesoro into a single entity Minera Centinela. The production of
copper concentrate, which was previously within Minera Esperanza,
is now referred to as Centinela Concentrates, and the production of
copper cathodes, which was previously within Minera El Tesoro, is
referred to as Centinela Cathodes.
a) Accounting convention
These financial statements have been prepared under the historical
cost convention as modified by the use of fair values to measure
certain financial instruments, principally provisionally priced sales as
explained in Note 2(f) and financial derivative contracts as explained
inNote 2(x).
The financial statements comprise the consolidated financial
statements ofAntofagasta plc (the Company) and its subsidiaries
(collectively theGroup).
OTHER INFORMATION
c) Investments in associates
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
b) Basis of consolidation
OVERVIEW
f) Revenue recognition
Revenue represents the value of goods and services supplied to
third parties during the year. Revenue is measured at the fair value
of consideration received or receivable, and excludes any applicable
sales tax.
A sale is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of
ownership have passed. This is generally when title and any
insurance risk has passed to the customer, and the goods have
beendelivered to a contractually agreed location or when any
services have been provided.
Revenue from mining activities is recorded at the invoiced amounts
with anadjustment for provisional pricing at each reporting date, as
explained below. For copper and molybdenum concentrates, which
are sold to smelters and roasting plants for further processing, the
invoiced amount isthe market value of the metal payable by the
customer, net of deductions fortolling charges. Revenue includes
amounts from the sale of by-products.
Copper and molybdenum concentrate sale agreements and copper
cathode sale agreements generally provide for provisional pricing
of sales atthe time of shipment, with final pricing based on the
monthly average London Metal Exchange (LME) copper price or
the monthly average market molybdenum price for specified future
periods. This normally ranges from one to five months after delivery
to the customer. Such a provisional sale contains an embedded
derivative which is required to be separated from thehost contract.
The host contract is the sale of metals contained in the concentrate
or cathode at the provisional invoice price less tolling charges
deducted, and the embedded derivative is the forward contract for
which the provisional sale is subsequently adjusted. At each reporting
date, the provisionally priced metal sales together with any related
tolling charges are marked-to-market, with adjustments (both gains
and losses) being recorded in revenue in the consolidated income
statement and in trade debtors in the balance sheet. Forward prices
at the period end are used for copper concentrate and cathode
sales, while period-end average prices are used for molybdenum
concentrate sales due to the absence of a futures market.
Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the
principal outstanding and the effective interest rate applicable,
whichis the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash
receiptsthrough the expected life of the financial asset to that
assetsnet carrying amount.
Dividend income from available-for-sale investments and associates
isrecognised when the shareholders right to receive payment has
beenestablished.
OTHER INFORMATION
The results of businesses sold during the year are included in the
consolidated financial statements for the period up to the effective
date ofdisposal. Gains or losses on disposal are calculated as the
difference between the sales proceeds (net of expenses) and the
net assets attributable to the interest which has been sold. Where a
disposal represents a separate major line of business or geographical
area of operations, the net results attributable to the disposed entity
are shown separately in the income statement.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
OTHER INFORMATION
n) Investment property
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
labour costs, raw material costs and other costs directly attributable
to the extraction and processing of ore;
STRATEGIC REPORT
Property, plant and equipment and finite life intangible assets are
reviewed for impairment if there is any indication that the carrying
amount may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the
recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine
the extent of the impairment (if any). Where the asset does not
generate cash flows that are independent from other assets, the
Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit
to which the asset belongs. Any intangible asset with an indefinite
useful life is tested for impairment annually and whenever there is
anindication that the asset may be impaired.
OVERVIEW
w) Leases
Such costs arising from the installation of plant and other site
preparation work, discounted to their net present value, are provided
and capitalised atthe start of each project, as soon as the obligation
to incur such costs arises. These decommissioning costs are charged
against profits over the life of the mine, through depreciation of the
asset and unwinding or amortisation of the discount on the provision.
Depreciation is included in operating costs while the unwinding of the
discount is included as financing costs. Changes in the measurement
of a liability relating to the decommissioning of plant or other site
preparation work are added to, or deducted from, the cost of the
related asset in the current year.
The costs for restoration of site damage, which is created on an
ongoing basis during production, are provided for at their net present
values and charged against operating profits as extraction progresses.
Changes in the measurement of a liability relating to site damage
created during production is charged against operating profit.
s) Share-based payments
For cash-settled share-based payments, a liability is recognised for
the goods or services acquired, measured initially at the fair value
of the liability. At the end of each reporting period until the liability
is settled, and at the date of settlement, the fair value of the liability
is remeasured, with any changes in fair value recognised in profit
or lossfor the year. The Group currently does not have any equity
sharebased payments to employees or third parties.
t) Post-employment benefits
The Group operates defined contribution schemes for a limited
number ofemployees. For such schemes, the amount charged to
theincome statement is the contributions paid or payable in the year.
Employment terms may also provide for payment of a severance
indemnity when an employment contract comes to an end. This is
typically at the rate of one month for each year of service (subject in
most cases to a cap as to the number of qualifying years of service)
and based on final salary level. Theseverance indemnity obligation
is treated as an unfunded defined benefit plan, and the calculation
is based on valuations performed by an independent actuary using
Investments are classified as either held for trading or availablefor-sale, and are normally measured at subsequent reporting
dates at fair value. Fair value is determined in the manner
described in Note 26(b). Investments in equity instruments
that do not have a quoted market price in an active market and
whose fair value cannot be reliably measured are measured at
cost. Securities are classified as held-for-trading when they are
acquired principally for the purpose of sale in the short term, and
gains and losses arising from changes in fair value are included in
profit or loss for the period. Other investments are classified as
available-for-sale, and gains and losses arising from changes in
fair value are recognised directly in equity, within the Fair value
reserve, until the security is disposed of or is determined to be
impaired, at which time the cumulative gain or loss previously
recognised in equity is included in profit or loss for the period.
Dividends on available-for-sale and held-for-trading equity
investments are recognised in the income statement when
theright to receive payment is established.
y) Rounding
All amounts disclosed in the financial statements and notes have
been rounded off to the nearest one hundred thousand dollars unless
otherwise stated.
These policies have been consistently applied to all the years
presented, unless otherwise stated.
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
(iii) Trade and other payables Trade and other payables are
generally not interest-bearing and are normally stated at their
nominal value.
e) Deferred taxation
As explained in Note 2(p), deferred tax is not provided for future tax
payable on undistributed earnings where the Group is able to control
the remittance of profits and it is probable that there will be no
remittance of past profits earned in the foreseeable future.
Management uses its judgement in estimating the probability
of such remittances. These are based on Group forecasts and
include assumptions as to future profits and cash flows (which
depend on several factors including commodity prices, operating
costs, production levels, capital expenditures, interest costs, debt
repayment and tax rates) and cash requirements (which may also
depend on several factors including future dividend levels). A change
in the assumptions used or in the estimate as to the probability that
past profits will be remitted would impact the deferred tax charge
andbalance sheet provision.
4 Segment information
The Groups reportable segments are as follows:
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Michilla
Antucoya
Zaldvar
Exploration and evaluation
Railway and other transport services
Water concession
Corporate and other items
For management purposes, the Group is organised into three
business divisions based on their products Mining, Railway and
other transport services and the Water concession. The mining
division is split further for management reporting purposes to
show results by mine and exploration activity. Los Pelambres and
Centinela are both operating mines, Michilla was placed on care
andmaintenance at the end of 2015, Antucoya is in its initial
ramp-up stage and Zaldvar, in which the Group has acquired a 50%
stake, was acquired in December 2015. Los Pelambres produces
primarily copper concentrate and molybdenum as a by-product.
Centinela produces primarily copper concentrate containing gold as
a by-product and copper cathodes. Michilla, Antucoya and Zaldvar
produce copper cathodes. The transport division provides rail
cargo (based in Chile and formerly Bolivia) and road cargo (based
in Chile) together with a number of ancillary services (based in
Chile). The water division produced and distributed potable water to
domestic customers and untreated water to industrial customers in
Chiles Antofagasta Region. The Exploration and evaluation segment
incurs exploration and evaluation expenses. Corporate and other
items comprises costs incurred by the Company, Antofagasta
Minerals S.A., the Groups mining corporate centre and other
entities, that are not allocated to any individual business segment.
Consistent with its internal management reporting, the Groups
corporate and other items are included within the mining division.
Management monitors the operating results of business segments
separately for the purpose of making decisions about resources to
be allocated and of assessing performance. Segment performance
isevaluated based on the operating profit of each of the segments.
OVERVIEW
Centinela
$m
Michilla
$m
Antucoya
$m
1,807.2
749.3
1,266.1
238.4
168.9
14.1
(101.9)
(67.6)
3,242.2
832.3
152.4
58.4
3,394.6
890.7
(191.6)
(2.7)
(367.6)
(1.8)
1.3
(3.1)
(4.4)
(562.3)
(7.6)
(13.8)
(2.6)
(576.1)
(10.2)
555.0
(131.0)
15.4
(101.9)
(75.1)
262.4
42.0
304.4
(3.7)
10.2
(1.8)
(4.6)
4.3
(27.1)
(9.7)
0.6
0.6
(3.4)
(2.8)
(7.5)
2.2
(1.8)
(7.5)
(14.0)
17.3
(30.7)
(24.6)
8.2
0.8
(3.0)
1.0
(5.8)
18.1
(33.7)
(23.6)
555.1
(161.8)
(163.5)
49.6
16.6
(6.0)
(3.4)
(21.8)
(2.8)
(101.9)
(89.7)
1.8
210.4
(138.2)
49.0
(22.2)
259.4
(160.4)
393.3
(113.9)
10.6
(25.2)
(2.8)
(101.9)
(87.9)
72.2
26.8
99.0
393.3
(151.8)
241.5
(113.9)
46.5
(67.4)
10.6
(0.2)
10.4
(25.2)
11.9
(13.3)
(2.8)
(2.8)
(101.9)
(101.9)
(87.9)
(87.9)
72.2
(93.6)
(21.4)
(13.1)
13.7
0.1
13.8
615.8
615.8
615.8
602.7
701.7
(93.5)
608.2
188.3
535.1
147.9
111.0
982.3
13.9
16.4
1,012.6
3,753.3
5,013.0
122.7
1,974.4
1,026.4 11,889.8
500.7
33.5
(1,205.9)
(2,068.9)
(46.0)
(1,185.5)
998.9
31.0 1,063.4
(151.6) (4,657.9)
83.2
(359.9)
Mining
$m
Total
$m
GOVERNANCE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
12,390.5
1,146.6
(5,017.8)
1E
BITDA refers to Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation. EBITDA is calculated by adding back depreciation, amortisation, profit or loss on disposals and impairment charges
tooperating profit from subsidiaries and joint ventures.
2D
uring the year, operating cash outflow from exploration and evaluation was $38.3 million.
OTHER INFORMATION
Railway
and other
transport
Water
services concession
$m
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
Revenue
EBITDA1
Depreciation and
amortisation
(Loss)/gain on disposals
Operating
profit/(loss)
Share of results
fromassociates
and joint ventures
Investment income
Interest expense
Other finance items
Profit/(loss)
before tax
Tax
Profit/(loss) for the
year from continuing
operations
Exploration Corporate
and and other
items
Zaldvar evaluation2
$m
$m
$m
Revenue
EBITDA1
Depreciation and
amortisation
(Loss)/gain on disposals
Operating
profit/(loss)
Share of results
from associates
and joint ventures
Investment income
Interest expense
Other finance items
Profit/(loss)
before tax
Tax
Profit/(loss) for the
year from continuing
operations
Profit for the year from
discontinued operations
Profit/(loss) for the year
Non-controlling interests
Net earnings/(losses)
Additions to
noncurrent assets
Capital expenditure
Segment assets
and liabilities
Segment assets
Investment in associates
and joint ventures
Segment liabilities
Corporate
and other
items
$m
Railway and
other
transport
Mining
services
$m
$m
Los
Pelambres
$m
Centinela
$m
Michilla
$m
Antucoya
$m
Exploration
and
evaluation2
$m
2,663.6
1,518.6
1,985.7
767.2
335.4
58.7
(167.5)
(99.2)
4,984.7
2,077.8
(178.3)
(2.5)
(301.5)
(1.3)
(87.3)
(0.4)
(2.6)
28.7
1,337.8
464.4
(29.0)
(167.5)
(1.3)
7.5
(3.8)
(2.5)
4.2
(36.6)
2.9
0.7
(8.3)
3.3
1,337.7
(441.7)
434.9
(214.9)
(36.6)
1.3
896.0
220.0
896.0
(352.3)
543.7
Water
concession
$m
Total
$m
160.9
63.6
5,145.6
2,141.4
(569.7)
24.5
(12.0)
(0.6)
(581.7)
23.9
(73.1)
1,532.6
51.0
1,583.6
(9.3)
3.9
(2.4)
(31.4)
(10.6)
16.3
(42.8)
(36.0)
6.5
0.5
(1.6)
(0.3)
(4.1)
16.8
(44.4)
(36.3)
3.3
(9.7)
(167.5)
(112.3)
25.0
1,459.5
(640.0)
56.1
(62.3)
1,515.6
(702.3)
(35.3)
(6.4)
(167.5)
(87.3)
819.5
(6.2)
813.3
220.0
(56.1)
163.9
(35.3)
0.3
(35.0)
(6.4)
3.8
(2.6)
(167.5)
(167.5)
(87.3)
12.3
(75.0)
819.5
(392.0)
427.5
(6.3)
(12.5)
1.1
(11.4)
43.7
43.7
43.7
37.4
850.7
(390.9)
459.8
229.6
535.6
11.1
707.1
51.4
1,534.8
21.2
25.0
1,581.0
3,671.9
5,152.9
181.9
1,619.8
1,455.2
12,081.7
322.9
212.4
12,617.0
8.3
(1,255.2)
(2,014.6)
(114.6)
(994.7)
102.7
(138.2)
111.0
(4,517.3)
87.1
(212.1)
(51.0)
198.1
(4,780.4)
1E
BITDA refers to Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation. EBITDA is calculated by adding back depreciation, amortisation, profit or loss on disposals and impairment charges
tooperating profit from subsidiaries and joint ventures.
2D
uring the year, operating cash outflow from exploration and evaluation was $60.2 million.
OVERVIEW
(iv) Revenue includes a realised gain at Michilla of nil (year ended 31 December 2014 gain of $18.3 million) and a realised loss at Centinela
of$0.1 million (year ended 31 December 2014 gain of $0.1 million) relating to commodity derivatives. Further details of such gains
orlosses are given in Note 26(d).
(v) The copper and molybdenum concentrate sales are stated net of deductions for tolling charges. Tolling charges for copper and
molybdenum concentrates are detailed in Note 5.
STRATEGIC REPORT
(iii) Revenue includes the effect of both final pricing and mark-to-market adjustments to provisionally priced sales of copper and molybdenum
concentrates and copper cathodes. Further details of such adjustments are given in Note 5.
(vi) The effects of tax and non-controlling interests on the expenses within the Exploration and evaluation segment are allocated to the mine
that the exploration work relates to.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(viii) As explained in Note 17, during 2014 the Group held a 40% interest in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (Twin Metals), which until July
2014 was accounted for as a subsidiary as the Group exercised control over the company. In July 2014, the Group lost its ability to control
Twin Metals and accordingly the company ceased to be a subsidiary of the Group, and was accounted for as an associate from that
point. This disposal of the investment in a subsidiary and the recognition of an interest in an associate at fair value resulted in a gain of
$28.6 million in 2014 (shown above within Gains on disposals within the Corporate and other items segment). An impairment charge
of $26.3 million was recognised in 2014, in respect of Duluth Metals Limited (Duluth) shares as set out in Note 8. In January 2015, the
Group completed its acquisition of 100% of Duluth, the company which held the remaining 60% of Twin Metals. This has resulted in the
Group consolidating 100% of the assets and liabilities relating to Twin Metals with effect from January 2015.
GOVERNANCE
(vii) The assets of the Railway and transport services segment includes $75.1 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $78.3 million) relating
to the Groups 40% interest in Inversiones Hornitos S.A. (Inversiones Hornitos), which owns the 165MW Hornitos thermoelectric
power plant in Mejillones inChiles Antofagasta Region and $8.1 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $8.8 million) relating to the
Groups 30% interest in Antofagasta Terminal International S.A. (ATI), which operates a concession to manage installations in the port of
Antofagasta. The assets of the Corporate and other items segment includes $23.8 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $24.5 million)
relating to the Groups 30% interest in Parque Elico El Arrayn S.A., an energy company which operates a wind farm in Chile, and
$10.2 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $11.2 million) relating to the Groups 50.1% interest in the Energa Andina joint venture.
The assets of Los Pelambres includes $33.0 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $8.3 million) relating to the Groups 40% interest
inAlto Maipo SpA, which is constructing a hydroelectric project in Chile. Further details of these investments are set out in Note 17.
b) Entity-wide disclosures
2015
$m
2014
(Restated)
$m
1,606.7
626.6
432.3
168.9
2,348.6
1,073.8
631.9
335.4
105.3
182.8
60.7
191.3
80.5
256.3
34.5
15.9
3,242.2
152.4
3,394.6
51.7
23.7
4,984.7
160.9
5,145.6
Copper
Los Pelambres
Centinela Concentrate
Centinela Cathodes
Michilla
Molybdenum
Los Pelambres
Gold
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Silver
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Total Mining
Railway and transport services
OTHER INFORMATION
Revenue by product
2014
(Restated)
$m
19.1
175.2
54.1
167.0
70.6
8.2
138.5
160.6
146.1
137.7
167.0
74.1
215.3
161.0
107.3
133.7
1,147.0
782.4
630.8
3,394.6
1,965.4
1,253.1
826.0
5,145.6
Europe
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Spain
Germany
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Chile
Rest of Latin America
North America
United States
Asia
Japan
China
Rest of Asia
Chile
Bolivia
USA
Other
10,284.6
171.2
0.8
10,456.6
The above non-current assets disclosed by location of assets exclude available-for-sale investments and deferred tax assets.
2014
$m
8,934.8
30.9
67.4
0.6
9,033.7
OVERVIEW
5 Revenues
An analysis of the Groups total revenue is as follows:
2014
(Restated)
$m
3,265.9
128.7
3,394.6
37.6
18.1
3,450.3
5,005.2
140.4
5,145.6
20.8
16.8
5,183.2
In addition to mark-to-market and final pricing adjustments, revenue also includes realised gains and losses relating to derivative commodity
instruments. Details of these realised gains or losses are shown in the tables below. Further details of derivative commodity instruments
inplace at the period end are given in Note 26.
GOVERNANCE
Copper and molybdenum concentrate sale agreements and copper cathode sale agreements generally provide for provisional pricing of sales
at the time of shipment, with final pricing being based on the monthly average London Metal Exchange copper price or monthly average
molybdenum price for specified future periods. This normally ranges from one to five months after shipment to the customer. The provisional
pricing mechanism within the sale agreements is an embedded derivative under IFRS. Gains and losses from the marking-to-market of
open sales are recognised through adjustments to revenue in the income statement and to trade debtors in the balance sheet. The Group
determines mark-to-market prices using forward prices at each period end for copper concentrate and cathode sales, and period-end month
average prices for molybdenum concentrate sales due to the absence of a futures market in the market price references for that commodity
inthe majority of the Groups contracts.
STRATEGIC REPORT
Sales of goods
Rendering of services
Group revenue
Other operating income (included within net operating costs)
Investment income
Total revenue
2015
$m
Copper and molybdenum concentrate sales are stated net of deductions for tolling charges, as shown in the tables below.
For the year ended 31 December 2015
Centinela
Copper
cathodes
$m
Michilla
Copper
cathodes
$m
Los Pelambres
Gold in
concentrate
$m
Centinela
Gold in
concentrate
$m
Los Pelambres
Molybdenum
concentrate
$m
2,001.6
805.8
443.4
173.3
63.0
200.7
147.0
45.5
19.6
1.4
0.4
1.8
2.0
(100.4)
(49.8)
(5.6)
(2.3)
3.6
(7.1)
(54.9)
(30.2)
(4.2)
(1.9)
5.4
(5.1)
(126.7)
(47.6)
(7.1)
(2.6)
(2.1)
(11.8)
(19.8)
(14.5)
(6.2)
0.2
0.1
(2.2)
1.0
(141.2)
(196.1)
1,805.5
(198.8)
1,606.7
(53.8)
(84.0)
721.8
(95.2)
626.6
(6.9)
(11.1)
432.3
432.3
(2.5)
(4.4)
168.9
168.9
(2.1)
(2.1)
60.9
(0.2)
60.7
(14.0)
(8.6)
192.1
(0.8)
191.3
(18.8)
(23.9)
123.1
(17.8)
105.3
OTHER INFORMATION
Centinela
Copper
concentrate
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Los Pelambres
Copper
concentrate
$m
5 Revenues continued
For the year ended 31 December 2014
Los Pelambres
Copper
concentrate
$m
Centinela
Copper
concentrate
$m
Centinela
Copper
cathodes
$m
Michilla
Copper
cathodes
$m
Los Pelambres
Gold in
concentrate
$m
2,642.5
1,226.8
640.6
322.0
80.4
267.8
213.7
(27.1)
(27.7)
(8.8)
(9.8)
(1.0)
1.2
0.1
(0.3)
0.4
4.5
(2.0)
1.2
0.2
(54.8)
(18.6)
0.2
(0.2)
0.4
2.5
1.4
(29.8)
(19.7)
(7.7)
(4.3)
(11.7)
(15.2)
(45.5)
(19.6)
(1.3)
(0.4)
(1.8)
(2.0)
(75.3)
(130.1)
2,512.4
(163.8)
2,348.6
(39.3)
(57.9)
1,168.9
(95.1)
1,073.8
(9.0)
(8.8)
0.1
631.9
631.9
(4.7)
(4.9)
18.3
335.4
335.4
0.4
80.8
(0.3)
80.5
(13.5)
(11.0)
256.8
(0.5)
256.3
(17.2)
(15.8)
197.9
(15.1)
182.8
The typical period for which sales of gold in concentrate remain open is approximately one month from shipment date.
At 31 December 2015, sales totalling 50,300 ounces remained open as to price, with an average mark-to-market price of $1,061/oz compared
with an average provisional invoice price of $1,105/oz.
OVERVIEW
At 31 December 2014, sales totalling 81,600 ounces remained open as to price, with an average mark-to-market price of $1,186/oz compared
with an average provisional invoice price of $1,209/oz.
(iv) Molybdenum concentrate
At 31 December 2015, sales totalling 1,900 tonnes remained open as to price, with an average mark-to-market price of $5.1/lb compared with
an average provisional invoice price of $4.8/lb.
At 31 December 2014, sales totalling 1,900 tonnes remained open as to price, with an average mark-to-market price of $9.0/lb compared with
an average provisional invoice price of $9.4/lb.
STRATEGIC REPORT
The typical period for which sales of molybdenum remain open is approximately two months from shipment date.
As detailed above, the effects of gains and losses from the marking-to-market of open sales are recognised through adjustments to revenue
inthe income statement and to trade debtors in the balance sheet. The effect of mark-to-market adjustments on the balance sheet at the end
of each period are as follows:
2014
$m
(14.5)
1.0
(6.2)
(2.2)
0.2
0.1
(21.6)
(45.5)
(2.0)
(19.6)
(1.8)
(1.3)
(0.4)
(70.6)
3,394.6
(2,478.9)
915.7
(455.7)
37.6
(193.2)
304.4
(5.8)
298.6
5,145.6
(2,869.3)
2,276.3
(457.2)
20.8
(256.3)
1,583.6
(4.1)
1,579.5
OTHER INFORMATION
Group revenue
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Administrative and distribution expenses
Other operating income
Other operating expenses
Operating profit from subsidiaries
Share of results from associates and joint ventures
Total profit from operations, associates and joint ventures
2015
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2015
$m
GOVERNANCE
2014
(Restated)
$m
(13.6)
(1.0)
4.0
(0.4)
(569.9)
(6.2)
(10.2)
(1,762.1)
(380.0)
(25.8)
(16.6)
(101.9)
(1.7)
(575.6)
(6.1)
23.9
(2,006.5)
(462.8)
7.2
(17.5)
(167.5)
(1.4)
2015
$000
2014
$000
982
666
246
235
30
15
48
143
1,699
270
301
17
105
1,359
owned assets
assets held under finance leases
Property and equipment written off
Cost of inventories recognised as expense
Employee benefit expense
Closure provision
Severance charges
Exploration and evaluation cost
Auditors remuneration
Fees payable to the Companys auditor and its associates for the audit of parent company and
consolidatedfinancialstatements
Fees payable to Companys auditor and its associates for other services:
Details of the Companys policy on the use of auditors for non-audit services, the reason why the auditor was used rather than another
supplier and how the auditors independence and objectivity was safeguarded are set out in the Audit and Risk Committee report on page 86.
No services were provided pursuant to contingent fee arrangements.
OVERVIEW
7 Employees
a) Average monthly number of employees
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Michilla
Antucoya
Exploration and evaluation
Corporate and other employees
928
2,100
395
698
58
925
2,108
688
463
52
Chile
United Kingdom
Other
417
5
25
4,626
1,324
5,950
380
8
36
4,660
1,575
374
6,609
Mining
Railway and other transport services
Water concession
(i) The average number of employees for the year includes all the employees of subsidiaries. The average number of employees does not include contractors who are not directly employed
bythe Group.
(ii) The average number of employees does not include employees from associates and joint ventures.
(iii) The average number of employees includes Non-Executive Directors.
GOVERNANCE
2014
Number
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
Number
b) Aggregated remuneration
The aggregated remuneration of the employees included in the table above was as follows:
2014
$m
(407.7)
(14.6)
(422.3)
(478.6)
(24.2)
(502.8)
During 2015, the amount relating to Minera Antucoya of $42.3 million (2014 $39.9 million) on wages, salaries and social security cost has
been capitalised.
c) Key management personnel
2015
$m
2014
$m
(19.2)
(19.2)
(18.4)
(18.4)
Disclosures on Directors remuneration required by Schedule 8 of the Large and Medium-sized Companies and Group (Accounts and Reports)
Regulations 2008 including those specified for audit by that Schedule are included in the Remuneration Report on page 96.
OTHER INFORMATION
In accordance with IAS 24, key management personnel are those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing
and controlling the activities of the Group, directly or indirectly, including any Directors (Executive and Non-Executive) of the Company.
Key management personnel who are not Directors have been treated as responsible senior management at the Corporate Centre and
fortherunning of the key business divisions of the Group.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2015
$m
Investment income
Interest income
Fair value through profit or loss
Interest expense
Interest expense
Preference dividends
Other finance items
Time value effect of derivatives
Unwinding of discount on provisions
Impairment of available-for-sale investments
Foreign exchange
Net finance expense
2015
$m
2014
(Restated)
$m
16.7
1.4
18.1
14.2
2.6
16.8
(33.5)
(0.2)
(33.7)
(44.2)
(0.2)
(44.4)
0.1
(9.1)
(1.0)
(13.6)
(23.6)
(39.2)
(5.1)
(8.9)
(26.3)
4.0
(36.3)
(63.9)
At 31 December 2015, an expense of $29.6 million relating to net interest expense and other finance items at Antucoya was capitalised
(at31 December 2014 $27.4).
As at 31 December 2014, the Group held a 17.2% stake in Duluth Metals Limited (Duluth), accounted for as an available-for-sale investment.
As at 31 December 2014, Duluth held a 60% interest in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (Twin Metals), with the Group holding the remaining
40% interest in Twin Metals. As disclosed in Note 19, in November 2014 Antofagasta entered into a binding letter of agreement to acquire
100% of Duluth. The acquisition completed subsequent to the 2014 year end following approval from Duluths shareholders in January 2015.
Movements in the fair value of the available-for-sale investment in Duluth had previously been recorded within the Consolidated Statement
of Comprehensive Income. The agreed acquisition terms indicated a final fixed value for the Duluth shares, and that there had therefore been
an impairment in the value of the Duluth shares to this amount. Accordingly, an impairment charge of $26.3 million was recognised in 2014 in
respect of this available-for-sale investment, with fair value losses previously recorded within the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive
Income being transferred to the income statement and recognised within this impairment loss. This impairment change was largely offset by
the related $28.6 million disposal gain recognised in 2014 in respect of the temporary loss of control of the Twin Metals project as set out in
Note 17.
The fair value through profit or loss line represents the fair value gains relating to liquid investments.
2014
(Restated)
$m
(41.6)
(20.4)
(12.9)
(1.0)
(75.9)
(360.9)
(71.9)
(279.3)
(0.6)
(712.7)
(69.0)
(13.6)
(1.9)
(84.5)
(160.4)
10.2
(215.1)
(7.2)
222.5
10.4
(702.3)
The rate of first category (ie corporate) tax in Chile is currently 22.5% (2014 21%). The rate will increase to 24% in 2016.
OVERVIEW
In addition to first category tax, the Group incurs withholding taxes on any remittance of profits from Chile and deferred tax is provided on
undistributed earnings to the extent that remittance is probable in the foreseeable future. Withholding tax is levied on remittances of profits
from Chile at 35% less first category (ie corporate) tax already paid in respect of the profits to which the remittances relate.
Under the partially-integrated system the corporate tax rate will be 25.5% in 2017 and 27% from 2018 onwards. The immediate shareholders
of the Chilean subsidiaries will pay withholding tax based on the cash distributions made by those subsidiary companies, as with the current
tax system. If the subsidiary companys shareholders are tax resident in countries with applicable tax treaties with Chile (as is the case for the
Group) the withholding tax will be 35%, less first category tax at the rate it was paid, so if the Company distributes all of its earnings the total
corporate and withholding tax burden will be 35%.
2014
(Restated)
2015
$m
259.4
(58.4)
(8.9)
(17.1)
(25.8)
(34.0)
(14.8)
(0.5)
(0.9)
(160.4)
$m
22.5
3.4
6.6
9.9
13.1
5.7
0.2
0.3
61.8
1,515.6
(318.3)
(215.1)
(33.5)
(79.1)
(56.8)
(0.9)
1.4
(702.3)
21.0
14.2
2.2
5.2
3.7
0.1
(0.1)
46.3
There are no significant tax uncertainties which would require critical judgements, estimates or potential provisions.
OTHER INFORMATION
The tax charge for 2015 was $160.4 million and the effective tax rate was 61.8%. In 2015 the effective tax rate varied from the statutory
rateprincipally due to tax losses which under Chilean tax carry-back rules generated a credit at historic tax rates below the current year
statutory rate (impact of $25.8 million/9.9%), the effect of expenses not deductible for Chilean corporate tax purposes (principally the funding
of expenses outside of Chile) (impact of $17.1 million/6.6%) and the mining tax (impact of $34.0 million/13.1%) and withholding tax charge
(impact of $14.8 million/5.7%). In 2014, the effective tax rate varied from the standard rate (comprising corporate (first category) tax) principally
due to the one-off deferred tax charge of $215.1 million reflecting the increase in tax rates as a result of the Chilean tax reform enacted
inthat year.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
The Groups mining operations are also subject to a mining tax (royalty). Production from Los Pelambres, the Tesoro Central and Mirador
pits at Centinela Cathodes and Michilla are currently subject to a rate of 4% of taxable operating profit and Centinela Concentrates of 5%,
and production from the Tesoro North East pit and the run-of-mine processing at Centinela Cathodes is subject to a rate of between 514%,
depending on the level of operating profit margin.
STRATEGIC REPORT
On 29 September 2014, a significant reform of the Chilean system was enacted into law. This introduced two alternative future taxation
systems the partially-integrated system (the default system for the Groups Chilean subsidiaries) or the attributable system. The Group has
been accounting for deferred tax on the basis that it would apply the default partially-integrated system. On 1 February 2016, a Simplification
ofthe Tax Reform was enacted into law. This specifies that for entities such as the Groups Chilean subsidiaries, whose members are
corporate entities and not individual persons, only the partially-integrated system can be applied. Given that the Group has already been
accounting for deferred tax on the basis that it would apply the default partially-integrated system this has not resulted in any accounting
impact for the Group.
10 Discontinued operations
(i) Asset disposals
On 2 June 2015, the Group completed the disposal of its Water division, of Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. (ADASA). On 28 August 2015, the
Group completed the disposal of its transport operation in Bolivia, Empresa Ferroviaria Andina (FCA).
The results of ADASA and FCA for the period prior to disposal as well as the profit on disposal have been presented on the Profit for the
period from discontinued operations line in the income statement, reflecting the following amounts:
Revenue
Total operating costs
Net finance(expense)/income
(Loss)/profit before tax
Attributable tax expense
(Loss)/profit of discontinued
operations
(Loss)/profit on disposal of discontinued
operations1
Attributable tax expense2
Net profit attributable to discontinued
operations (attributable to owners of
the Company)
FCA
$m
ADASA
$m
Year ended
31 December
2014
$m
FCA
$m
ADASA
$m
Year ended
31 December
2015
$m
12.9
(20.2)
(0.2)
(7.5)
53.9
(34.9)
(0.1)
18.9
(3.9)
66.8
(55.1)
(0.3)
11.4
(3.9)
19.9
(25.3)
(0.3)
(5.7)
(0.6)
124.9
(63.4)
2.1
63.6
(19.9)
144.8
(88.7)
1.8
57.9
(20.5)
(7.5)
15.0
7.5
(6.3)
43.7
37.4
(5.6)
853.2
(252.4)
847.6
(252.4)
(13.1)
615.8
602.7
(6.3)
43.7
37.4
1P
rofit on disposal included a loss of $3.9 million and a profit of $2.1 million related to the accumulated currency translation adjustment relating to ADASA and FCA respectively, which has been
reclassified from translation reserves in other comprehensive income to the income statement upon disposal.
2T
ax expense includes $57.2 million related to withholding tax.
The operating costs at ADASA related with amortisation of concession rights are $2.4 million at December 2015 (2014 $10.9 million).
During the period, ADASA contributed $21.7 million (2014 $63.6 million) to the Groups net cash flow from operating activities, $19.2 million
(2014 $25.7 million) in respect to net cash used in investing activities and paid $2.0 million (2014 $27.9 million) in net cash provided in
financing activities.
During the period, FCA contributed $2.2 million (2014 $4.8 million) to the Groups net cash flow from operating activities, $2.1 million
(2014 $4.5 million) in respect to net cash used in investing activities and paid $0.1 million (2014 $0.3 million) in net cash provided in
financing activities.
On 2 June 2015, the Group disposed of its 100% interest in Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. (ADASA). The proceeds on disposal of
$962.8 million were received in cash. The gain on disposal of ADASA is analysed below. No investment was retained in the former subsidiary.
OVERVIEW
962.8
962.8
(19.9)
942.9
On 28 August 2015, the Group disposed of its 50% interest in Empresa Ferroviaria Andina (FCA). The gain on disposal of FCA is analysed
below. No investment was retained in the former subsidiary.
The net assets of FCA at the date of disposal were as follows:
At
28 August 2015
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
20.5
6.6
0.5
4.6
(2.7)
(4.5)
(6.1)
(13.3)
5.6
(5.6)
OTHER INFORMATION
GOVERNANCE
113.7
64.1
2.0
2.5
23.7
19.9
(18.3)
(80.2)
(2.8)
(1.6)
(13.4)
109.6
853.2
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
2014
$m
608.2
459.8
2015
Number
2014
Number
985,856,695
985,856,695
2015
US cents
2014
US cents
0.6
61.1
61.7
42.8
3.8
46.6
Basic earnings per share are calculated as profit after tax and non-controlling interests, based on 985,856,695 ordinary shares.
There was no potential dilution of earnings per share in either year set out above, and therefore diluted earnings per share did not differ from
basic earnings per share as disclosed above.
12 Dividends
Amounts recognised as distributions to equity holders in the year:
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
US cents
per share
2014
US cents
per share
96.6
848.8
9.8
86.1
30.6
127.2
115.4
964.2
3.1
12.9
11.7
97.8
ordinary
Interim dividend paid in October
ordinary
The proposed final dividend for each year, which is subject to approval by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting and has therefore not
been included as a liability in these financial statements, is as follows:
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
US cents
per share
2014
US cents
per share
96.6
96.6
9.8
9.8
This gives total dividends proposed in relation to 2015 (including the interim dividend) of 3.1 cents per share or $30.6 million (2014 21.5 cents
per share or $212.0 million).
In accordance with IAS 32, preference dividends have been included within interest expense (see Note 8) and amounted to $0.2 million
(2014 $0.2 million).
Further details of the currency election timing and process (including the default currency of payment) are available on the Antofagasta plc
website (www.antofagasta.co.uk) or from the Companys registrar, Computershare Investor Services PLC on +44 870 702 0159.
Further details relating to dividends for each year are given in the Directors Report.
$m
243.7
14.1
(24.4)
233.4
150.1
(228.6)
(4.8)
150.1
GOVERNANCE
(110.7)
(10.9)
6.8
(114.8)
(2.4)
114.9
2.3
STRATEGIC REPORT
Cost
At 1 January 2014
Additions
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2014
Additions through acquisition of Twin Metals
Disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2015
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
At 1 January 2014
Charge for the year
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2014
Charge for the year
Disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2015
Net book value
At 31 December 2015
At 31 December 2014
OVERVIEW
13 Intangible assets
150.1
118.6
The prior year balance related to Aguas de Antofagasta S.A.s (ADASA) 30-year concession to operate the water rights and facilities in the
Antofagasta Region of Chile. This balance was disposed of as part of the sale of ADASA on 2 June 2015, as disclosed in Note 10.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As disclosed in Note 19, in January 2015 the Group completed its acquisition of 100% of Duluth Metals Limited (Duluth). The principal asset
of Duluth was its 60% stake in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (Twin Metals), a company in which the Group held the remaining 40% stake
as at December 2014. This transaction has resulted in the Group consolidating 100% of the assets and liabilities relating to Twin Metals with
effect from January 2015, including the above $150.1 million intangible asset reflecting the value of Twin Metals mining property assets.
The mining properties acquired will be amortised once production commences.
OTHER INFORMATION
Cost
At 1 January 2014
Additions
Adjustment to capitalised
decommissioning provisions
Reclassifications
Assets derecognised due to loss of control
of subsidiary
Asset disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2014
Additions
Additions through acquisition of
Twin Metals
Adjustment to capitalised decommissioning
provisions
Reclassifications
Disposal of subsidiary
Asset disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2015
Accumulated depreciation and
impairment
At 1 January 2014
Charge for the year
Depreciation capitalised in inventories
Depreciation capitalised in property, plant
and equipment
Assets derecognised due to loss of control
of subsidiary
Reclassifications
Asset disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2014
Charge for the year
Additions through acquisition of Twin Metals
Depreciation capitalised in inventories
Depreciation capitalised in property, plant
and equipment
Disposal of subsidiary
Reclassifications
Asset disposals
Foreign currency exchange difference
At 31 December 2015
Net book value
at 31 December 2015
At 31 December 2014
Assets under finance leases included in
the totals above
Net book value
at 31 December 2015
At 31 December 2014
Railway
track
$m
Machinery,
Wagons and equipment
rolling stock and others
$m
$m
Assets under
construction
$m
Total
$m
26.4
1,318.1
73.8
3,559.9
1.7
72.3
150.4
7.3
4,453.5
52.5
1,580.1
1,445.7
11,160.7
1,581.0
25.4
(48.1)
260.8
4.8
8.0
227.6
(517.0)
(48.1)
9.6
26.4
(89.6)
(0.8)
1,326.9
81.1
(0.9)
(12.8)
3,760.6
0.2
(1.8)
75.3
(2.6)
163.1
1.8
(6.0)
(29.7)
(2.9)
4,695.0
93.9
(3.3)
(1.6)
2,503.9
835.6
(95.6)
(39.1)
(17.3)
12,551.2
1,012.6
0.6
9.9
0.1
11.4
22.0
12.0
(0.8)
38.2
95.5
(29.7)
(4.1)
1,479.6
(35.7)
590.9
(0.8)
(5.1)
4,310.2
4.6
(1.5)
78.4
6.4
(35.9)
(3.9)
131.5
1,227.9
(55.4)
(14.1)
(0.8)
5,957.9
(1,813.3)
(30.0)
(2.6)
(0.5)
1,493.1
(35.7)
124.0
(152.6)
(26.2)
(6.4)
13,488.9
(604.5)
(121.5)
(1,040.8)
(142.2)
(18.4)
(2.3)
(88.2)
(14.9)
(1,549.6)
(314.2)
(10.0)
(447.6)
(3,749.1)
(595.1)
(10.0)
(16.4)
(16.4)
(726.0)
(134.7)
0.8
8.6
(1,173.6)
(149.0)
0.8
(19.9)
(2.7)
(0.6)
3.4
(100.3)
(18.1)
1.2
(9.8)
27.8
1.1
(1,869.9)
(286.2)
(1.2)
(24.8)
(447.6)
1.2
(10.4)
32.8
9.7
(4,337.3)
(590.7)
(1.2)
(24.8)
(860.7)
3.5
(4.3)
3.6
(1,319.8)
0.6
(22.0)
38.1
3.0
(0.1)
(77.4)
(20.1)
26.4
4.1
10.3
1.1
(2,160.3)
(447.6)
(20.1)
68.0
(0.2)
13.9
4.6
(4,887.8)
38.2
26.4
618.9
600.9
2,990.4
2,587.0
56.4
55.4
54.1
62.8
3,797.6
2,825.1
1,045.5
2,056.3
8,601.1
8,213.9
26.5
26.9
3.0
9.9
14.7
36.4
44.6
The charge for the year of depreciation included $2.8 million related to the charge of the period for Aguas de Antofagasta S.A (until May, 2015)
and $12.1 Empresa Ferroviaria Andina (until August, 2015) and shown as discontinued operations in Note 4.
OVERVIEW
The Group has pledged assets with a carrying value of $301.4 million (2014 $169.3 million) as security against bank loans provided to the
Group. The increase in the value of pledged assets compared with 2014 reflects the guarantees relating to the Antucoya project financing
during 2015.
At 31 December 2015 the Group had entered into contractual commitments for the acquisition of property, plant and equipment amounting
to$283.1 million (2014 $253.2 million) of which $138.6 million was related to the development of the Encuentro Oxides project.
Compensation from insurance companies related to property, plant and equipment included in the consolidated income statement was
$15.2 million in 2015 (2014 $2.5 million).
Additions include $20.8 million related to property, plant and equipment of Twin Metals as part of the acquisition of the Duluth group of assets
(see Note 19).
Reclassification additions are mainly related to the capitalisation of interests and other expenses incurred during the commissioning
of Antucoya.
STRATEGIC REPORT
At 31 December 2015 $44.9 million (2014 $26.4 million) of depreciation in respect of assets relating to Los Pelambres, Centinela, Antucoya
and Michilla has been capitalised within property, plant and equipment or inventory, and accordingly is excluded from the depreciation charge
recorded in the income statement as shown in Note 4(a).
15 Impairment review
In both cases fair value less costs of disposal (FVLCD) calculations have been used, based on discounted cash flow models incorporating
estimates of assumptions that would be used by independent market participants in valuing the assets. The cash flow models are based
onthe operations detailed life-of-mine plans.
For both Centinela and Antucoya, the recoverable amount indicated by the FVLCD calculations was greater than the carrying value of the
assets, and accordingly no impairment charge has been recorded.
OTHER INFORMATION
The assumptions used in the FVLCD calculations which are considered to be subject to the most estimation uncertainty are the longterm
copper price and the discount rate. To illustrate the sensitivity of the valuations of Centinela and Antucoya to negative movements in
these parameters, a 5% decrease in the forecast long-term copper price would result in an impairment of $375 million at Centinela and
animpairment of $95 million at Antucoya, and an increase in the discount rate from 8% to 9% would result in an impairment of $190 million
at Centinela and an impairment of $50 million at Antucoya. These are simple sensitivities, looking at illustrative movements in the longterm
copper price and discount rate in isolation. In reality, a deterioration in the long-term copper price environment is likely to resultin corresponding
improvements in a range of input cost factors, as well as potential operational changes, which could partly mitigate the aboveestimated
potential impairment charges.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The key assumptions to which the value of the assets are most sensitive are future commodity prices, the discount rate used to determine
the present value of the future cash flows, future operating costs, sustaining and development capital expenditure and ore reserve estimates.
The commodity price forecasts (representing the Groups estimates of the assumptions that would be used by independent market
participants in valuing the assets) are based on consensus forecasts, information disclosed by other mining companies and prices implied
byrecent market transactions. A long-term copper price of $3.00/lb has been used in the FVLCD calculations. A real post-tax discount rate
of8% has been used in determining the present value of the forecast future cash flow from the assets.
GOVERNANCE
Given the recent deterioration in commodity market conditions the Group has reviewed its assets for indicators of impairment, and has
performed impairment reviews in respect of the Centinela and Antucoya operations.
16 Investments in subsidiaries
The principal subsidiaries of the Group, the percentage of equity owned and the main country of operation are set out below. These interests
are consolidated within these financial statements.
Direct subsidiaries of the Parent Company
Antofagasta Railway Company plc
Chilean Northern Mines Limited
Antofagasta Investment Company Limited
Alfa Estates Limited
Minprop Limited
Andes Trust Limited (The)
Indirect subsidiaries of the Parent Company
Antofagasta Minerals S.A.
Minera Los Pelambres SCM
Minera Centinela SCM
Minera Michilla S.A.
Minera Antucoya Limitada
Minera Encuentro SCM
Minera Mulpun Limitada
Equatorial Resources SpA
Minera Santa Margarita de Astillas SCM
Minera Penacho Blanco S.A.
Duluth Metals Limited
Twin Metals Minnesota LLC
Inversiones Los Pelambres Chile Limitada.
El Tesoro SPV Bermuda Limited
Andes Investment Company (Jersey) Limited
Antofagasta Minerals Canada
Minera Anaconda Peru SA
Antofagasta Minerals Australia Pty Limited
Antofagasta Services Limited
Ferrocarril Antofagasta a Bolivia (Agency)
Servicios de Transportes Integrados Limitada
Inversiones Punta de Rieles Limitada
Inversiones Chilean Northern Mines Limitada
The Andes Trust Chile S.A.
Transportes Integrados Limitada
Inversiones Transportes Integrados Limitada
Embarcadores Limitada
FCAB Ingenieria y Servicios Limitada
Emisa Antofagasta S.A.
Servicios Logisticos Capricornio Limitada
Forestal S.A.
Atacama Copper Company Pty Limited
Tethyan Copper Company Limited
Chagai Mineral Company Limited
Tethyan Copper Company Pakistan (Private) Limited
Paktui Exploration Limited
Northern Minerals Investment (Jersey) Limited
Northern Metals (UK) Limited
Northern Minerals Holding Co
Twin Metals (UK) Limited
Twin Metals Inc.
DMC LLC
Duluth Metals Holdings Inc
Duluth Exploration Inc
Country of incorporation
Country of operations
Nature of business
Economic interest
UK
UK
Jersey
Jersey
Jersey
UK
Chile
Chile
Jersey
Jersey
Jersey
UK
Railway
Investment
Investment
Investment
Mining
Investment
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Canada
USA
Chile
Bermuda
Jersey
Canada
Peru
Australia
UK
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Australia
Australia
Pakistan
Pakistan
Pakistan
Jersey
UK
USA
UK
USA
USA
USA
USA
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Canada
USA
Chile
Bermuda
Jersey
Canada
Peru
Australia
UK
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
Australia
Australia
Pakistan
Pakistan
Pakistan
Jersey
UK
USA
UK
USA
USA
USA
USA
Mining
Mining
Mining
Mining
Mining
Mining
Mining
Investment
Mining
Mining
Investment
Mining
Investment
Investment
Investment
Mining
Mining
Mining
Group services
Railway
Road transport
Investment
Investment
Investment
Transport
Investment
Transport
Transport
Transport
Transport
Forestry
Investment
Investment
Investment
Mining
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
100%
60%
70%
99.9%
70%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
50%
50%
50%
50%
50%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Economic interest
Investment
Investment
Investment
Mining
Mining
Mining
Mining
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
Investment
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
The proportion of the voting rights is proportional with the economic interest under the companies listed above.
During 2015, the Group sold its 100% participation in the subsidiary Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. together with its investment in Atacama
Aguasy Tecnologa Limitada and the Groups 50% share in Empresa Ferroviaria Andina. For more details of these transactions see Note 10.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
With the exception of the Antofagasta Railway Company plc, all of the above Group companies have only one class of ordinary share capital
in issue. The Antofagasta Railway Company plc has ordinary and preference share capital in issue, with the ordinary share capital representing
76% of the Companys total share capital, and the preference share capital representing 24% of the Companys total share capital,
Antofagasta plc holds 100% of both the ordinary and preference share capital of the Antofagasta Railway Company plc.
GOVERNANCE
Nature of business
USA
USA
Jersey
BVI
BVI
Australia
Australia
Jersey
Jersey
USA
USA
Liechtenstein
BVI
USA
BVI
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
STRATEGIC REPORT
Country of operations
USA
USA
Jersey
BVI
BVI
Australia
Australia
Jersey
Jersey
USA
USA
Liechtenstein
BVI
USA
BVI
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
UK
OVERVIEW
Country of incorporation
El Arrayn
2015
$m
Alto
Maipo
2015
$m
Minera
Zaldvar
2015
$m
Energa
Andina
2015
$m
Tethyan
Copper
2015
$m
78.3
8.8
24.5
8.3
42.8
1,001.7
11.2
1.3
(0.4)
4.0
(0.4)
(13.9)
(1.7)
12.3
(3.4)
8.9
(12.1)
75.1
(0.9)
0.2
(0.7)
8.1
(0.4)
(0.5)
(0.9)
23.2
(6.2)
2.5
(3.7)
33.5
(2.4)
(0.4)
(2.8)
998.9
(0.7)
0.2
(0.5)
10.3
(6.1)
(6.1)
(2.5)
Twin
Metals
2015
$m
Total
2015
$m
Total
2014
$m
67.4
198.1
48.1
1,001.7
175.2
21.6
(16.0)
(42.0)
(67.4) (67.4)
(4.4)
(1.4)
(5.8)
(12.1)
1,146.6
67.4
(1.2)
(2.9)
(4.1)
(20.0)
198.1
The investments which are included in the $1,146.6 million balance at 31 December 2015 are set out below:
Investment in associates
(i) The Groups 40% interest in Inversiones Hornitos S.A., which owns the 165MW Hornitos thermoelectric power plant operating
inMejillones, in Chiles Antofagasta Region. The Group has a 16-year power purchase agreement with Hornitos for the provision
ofupto40MW of electricity for Centinela.
(ii) The Groups 30% interest in ATI, which operates a concession to manage installations in the port of Antofagasta.
OTHER INFORMATION
Inversiones
Hornitos
2015
$m
ATI
2015
$m
El Arrayn
2015
$m
23.4
1.0
44.9
14.7
310.6 148.9
(28.1) (23.2)
(163.2) (114.3)
143.0
38.9
22.4
(2.7)
165.4
36.2
2.7
15.2
271.4
(13.5)
(198.7)
32.6
(3.0)
(1.2)
28.4
Alto
Maipo
2015
$m
Minera
Zaldvar
2015
$m
Energa
Andina
2015
$m
121.6
17.5
36.7
616.7
841.3 1,589.8
(102.4) (116.1)
(813.6)
(97.1)
51.7
(6.7)
(5.5)
(35.0)
(41.7)
46.2
1.2
19.6
(0.6)
(1.1)
(3.2)
(4.3)
Tethyan
Copper
2015
$m
Total
2015
$m
Total
2014
$m
2.1
169.5
0.2
728.4
0.3 3,181.9
(7.2) (291.1)
(0.2) (1,387.1)
266.2
(12.2)
(8.8)
(39.4)
(12.2)
218.0
75.0
80.8
1,476.3
(133.6)
(993.6)
212.9
(14.0)
(109.2)
(123.2)
2014
$m
15.6
0.2
(3.2)
(9.4)
(0.2)
(0.3)
2.7
16.6
5.9
(6.1)
(0.8)
15.6
Available-for-sale investments represent those investments which are not subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures and are not held for trading
purposes. The fair value of all equity investments are based on quoted market prices.
GOVERNANCE
The reclassification of $9.4 million is related to the acquisition of Duluth Metals Limited (Duluth). As at 31 December 2014, the Group held
17.2% of Duluths share capital, with a fair value of $9.4 million, accounted for as an available-for-sale investment. As explained in Note 19,
in January 2015 the Group completed its acquisition of 100% of Duluth. Duluth held a 60% stake in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (Twin
Metals), a company in which the Group held a 40% stake as at December 2014. Accordingly, as a consequence of the acquisition of Duluth
the Group had a 100% interest in Duluth and, as a result of this, a 100% interest in Twin Metals. The principal asset of Twin Metals is its
copper-nickel-PGM deposit in north-eastern Minnesota, and the transaction has accordingly been accounted for as the acquisition by the
Group of the remaining 60% interest in that asset, with this $9.4 million balance forming part of the total consideration of that acquisition.
From January 2015, Twin Metals has therefore been consolidated as a 100% subsidiary of the Group, with this $9.4 million balance forming
part of the total consideration reflected in the accounting for the acquisition of the subsidiary.
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
OVERVIEW
18 Available-for-sale investments
Immediately prior to the completion of the transaction the Group held 17.2% of Duluths share capital. The fair value of the consideration
transferred to acquire the remaining 82.8% of the share capital of Duluth in January 2015 was $44.3 million, reflecting the agreed acquisition
price of C$0.45 per share. In addition, transaction costs of $6.3 million have been included as part of the cost of the asset acquisition.
The carrying value of the Groups existing investment in associate balance relating to its 40% interest in Twin Metals at the date of the
transaction in January 2015 was $67.4 million, and the carrying value of the Groups existing available-for-sale investment balance relating
to its 17.2% holding of Duluths share capital at that date was $9.4 million. As part of the acquisition agreement the Group also agreed to
redeem convertible debentures previously issued by Duluth at a cash cost of $31.7 million, and has also acquired the other sundry net liabilities
of Duluth.
OTHER INFORMATION
This has resulted in the Group consolidating 100% of the assets and liabilities relating to Twin Metals with effect from January 2015.
The principal assets recognised at that date were an intangible asset balance of $150.1 million reflecting the value of the mining property
assets, and a property, plant and equipment balance of $20.8 million relating to land and buildings. In addition, a liability of $31.7 million was
recognised in respect of the Duluth convertible debentures, which were subsequently redeemed by the Group, along with $11.8 million of
other sundry net liabilities of Duluth and Twin Metals.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In January 2015, the Group completed its acquisition of 100% of Duluth Metals Limited (Duluth). The principal asset of Duluth was its 60%
stake in Twin Metals Minnesota Limited (Twin Metals), a company in which the Group held the remaining 40% stake as at December 2014.
The principal asset of Twin Metals is its copper-nickel-PGM deposit in north-eastern Minnesota, and the transaction has accordingly been
accounted for as the acquisition by the Group of the remaining 60% interest in that asset.
21 Inventories
Current:
Raw materials and consumables
Work-in-progress
Finished goods
Non-current:
Work-in-progress
Total
2015
$m
2014
$m
162.0
97.7
37.4
297.1
177.9
136.7
67.9
382.5
263.9
263.9
561.0
247.8
247.8
630.3
The amount of write down of inventory related to Net Realisable Value (NRV) recognised as an expense was $17.7 million at 31 December
2015 (2014 nil).
Non-current work-in-progress represents inventory expected to be processed more than 12 months after the balance sheet date.
Trade receivables
Other receivables
Loans provided to associates and joint ventures
Total
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
$m
2014
$m
382.8
222.0
604.8
545.6
264.7
810.3
76.6
216.3
292.9
0.5
86.6
152.4
239.5
382.8
298.6
216.3
897.7
546.1
351.3
152.4
1,049.8
The largest balances of trade receivables are held with equity participants in the key mining projects. Many other significant trade receivables
are secured by letters of credit or other forms of security. The average credit period given on sale of goods and rendering of service is 41days
(2014 37 days). There is no material element which is interest-bearing. Trade receivables include mark-to-market adjustments in respect of
provisionally priced sales of copper and molybdenum concentrates which remain open as to final pricing. Where these have resulted in credit
balances, they have been reclassified to trade payables.
2014
$m
(4.9)
(0.1)
3.9
0.1
(1.0)
(5.6)
(0.2)
0.4
0.5
(4.9)
2015
2014
892.4
1,035.4
1.0
7.5
36 months
More than 6
past due months past due
$m
$m
1.1
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
OVERVIEW
Total
$m
4.3
5.8
897.7
1,049.8
GOVERNANCE
With respect to the trade receivables that are neither past due nor impaired, there are no indications that the debtors will not meet their
payment obligations. The carrying value of the trade receivables recorded in the financial statements represents the Groups maximum
exposure to credit risk. The Group does nothold any collateral as security.
At 31 December 2015, the other receivables include $35.3 million (2014 $28.4 million) relating to prepayments.
2014
$m
807.5
924.1
1,731.6
845.4
1,529.1
2,374.5
2015
$m
2014
$m
1,492.3
237.5
0.2
0.5
1.1
1,731.6
2,065.3
307.7
0.3
0.2
1.0
2,374.5
US dollars
Chilean pesos
Australian dollars
Sterling
Other
OTHER INFORMATION
2015
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The fair value of cash, cash equivalents and liquid investments is not materially different from the carrying values presented. The credit
risk on cash and cash equivalents is limited because the counterparties are banks with high credit ratings assigned by international creditrating agencies.
24 Borrowings
a) Analysis by type of borrowing
Borrowings may be analysed by business segment and type as follows:
Los Pelambres
Corporate loans
Short-term loan
Finance leases
Centinela
Project financing (senior debt)
Shareholder loan (subordinated debt)
Short-term loan
Finance leases
Antucoya
Project financing (senior debt)
Shareholder loan (subordinated debt)
Short-term loan
Finance leases
Corporate and other items
Finance leases
Railway and other transport services
Long-term loans
Finance leases
Water concession
Long-term loan
Andino
Bonds
Short-term loans
Preference shares
Total
Notes
2015
$m
2014
$m
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(52.3)
(312.1)
(7.9)
(87.2)
(206.0)
(12.5)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(889.8)
(174.5)
(200.0)
(884.1)
(167.0)
(0.1)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
(630.2)
(308.7)
(30.0)
(572.7)
(241.7)
(1.1)
(xi)
(24.6)
(29.7)
(xii)
(xiii)
(119.1)
(2.9)
(148.6)
(3.2)
(xiv)
(xv)
(xvi)
(xvii)
(xviii)
(14.6)
(3.0)
(2,755.1)
(3.0)
(1.5)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
(i)
Corporate loans at Los Pelambres are unsecured and US dollar denominated. These loans have a remaining term of 2.5 years and have an
interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus margins of between 0.9%1.6%.
(ii)
Short-term loan (PAE) is US dollar denominated, and comprises a working capital loan for an average period of one year and has an
interest rate of LIBOR six-month rate plus margins of between 0.05%0.16%.
(iii) Finance leases at Los Pelambres are US dollar denominated, comprising $10.1 million at a fixed rate of 0.47% with a remaining duration
of2.5 years.
(iv) Senior debt at Centinela is US dollar denominated, and comprises $887.3 million in respect of syndicated loans. These loans are for a
remaining term of 4.5 years and have an interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus 1%. The loans are subject to financial covenants which
require that specified net debt to EBITDA and EBITDA to finance expense ratios are maintained.
The Group has used interest rate swaps to swap the floating rate interest for fixed rate interest. At 31 December 2015, the current
notional amount hedged of the senior debt at Centinela was $105.0 million.
(v)
Long-term US dollar denominated subordinated debt provided to Centinela by Marubeni Corporation, with a duration of 6.5 years and a
weighted average interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus 3.75%. Long-term subordinated debt provided by Group companies to Centinela
has been eliminated on consolidation.
(vi) Short-term loan (PAE) is US dollar denominated, and comprises a working capital loan for an average period of one year and has an
interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus margins of between 0.1%0.3%.
(vii) Finance leases at Centinela are US dollar denominated, with a remaining duration of 0.5 years and with an average interest fixed rate
atapproximately 1.3%.
(viii) Senior debt at Antucoya is US dollar denominated, and comprises $623.3 million in respect of syndicated loans. These loans are for
aremaining term of 11.5 years and have an interest rate of LIBOR 180 days plus 1.9%.
(ix) Long-term US dollar denominated subordinated debt provided to Antucoya by Marubeni Corporation, with a duration of 11.5 years and
an interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus 3.65%. Long-term subordinated debt provided by Group companies to Antucoya has been
eliminated on consolidation.
Short-term loan is US dollar denominated, and comprises a working capital loan for an average period of one year and has an interest rate
of LIBOR six-month plus 0.9%.
(xi) Finance leases at Antucoya are US dollar denominated, with a maximum remaining duration of 0.5 years and with an average interest rate
at approximately LIBOR three-month plus 2.89%.
OVERVIEW
(x)
(xii) Finance leases at Corporate and other items are denominated in Unidades de Fomento (ie inflation-linked Chilean pesos) and have
aremaining duration of 12.5 years and are fixed rate with an average interest rate of 5.29%.
(xiv) Finance leasing at Railway and other transport services are Chilean pesos denominated, with a maximum remaining duration of 2.5 years
and with a fixed interest rate of 4.8%.
(xv) Long-term loan at ADASA denominated in Unidades de Fomento (ie inflation-linked Chilean pesos) was derecognised as part of the
ADASA sale.
STRATEGIC REPORT
(xiii) Long-term loans at Railway and other transport services are US dollar denominated, and mainly comprise a loan for $148.6 million with
a duration of 4.5 years and with an interest rate of LIBOR six-month plus 0.48%.The Group has used interest rate swaps to swap the
floating rate interest for fixed rate interest. At 31 December 2015, the current notional amount hedged of the long-term debt at Railway
and other transport services was $120.0 million.
(xvi) Bond at Andino (FCA) was derecognised as part of the FCA sale.
(xvii) Short-term loans at Andino (FCA) were derecognised as part of the FCA sale.
GOVERNANCE
(xviii) The preference shares are sterling-denominated and issued by the Company. There were two million shares of 1 each authorised,
issued and fully paid at 31 December 2014. The preference shares are non-redeemable and are entitled to a fixed cumulative dividend
of5% per annum. On winding up they are entitled to repayment and any arrears of dividend in priority to ordinary shareholders, but are
not entitled to participate further in any surplus. Each preference share carries 100 votes in any general meeting of the Company.
b) Analysis of borrowings by currency
The exposure of the Groups borrowings to currency risk is as follows:
At 31 December 2015
At 31 December 2014
Other
$m
US dollars
$m
2015
Total
$m
(27.4)
(27.4)
(3.0)
(3.0)
(1,572.3)
(1,144.4)
(8.0)
(2,724.7)
(1,572.3)
(1,144.4)
(35.4)
(3.0)
(2,755.1)
Pesos
$m
Sterling
$m
Other
$m
US dollars
$m
2014
Total
$m
(33.3)
(33.3)
(3.1)
(3.1)
(16.1)
(16.1)
(1,544.0)
(766.3)
(13.3)
(2,323.6)
(1,544.0)
(782.4)
(46.6)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
OTHER INFORMATION
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares
Sterling
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares
Pesos
$m
24 Borrowings continued
c) Analysis of borrowings by type of interest rate
The exposure of the Groups borrowings to interest rate risk is as follows:
At 31 December 2015
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares
At 31 December 2014
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares
Fixed
$m
Floating
$m
2015
Total
$m
(27.5)
(3.0)
(30.5)
(1,572.3)
(1,144.4)
(7.9)
(2,724.6)
(1,572.3)
(1,144.4)
(35.4)
(3.0)
(2,755.1)
Fixed
$m
Floating
$m
2014
Total
$m
(22.1)
(45.3)
(3.1)
(70.5)
(1,544.0)
(760.3)
(1.3)
(2,305.6)
(1,544.0)
(782.4)
(46.6)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
The above floating rate corporate loans include the project financing at Centinela and long-term loans at the Railway and other transport
services, where the Group has used interest rate swaps to swap the floating rate interest for fixed rate interest. At 31 December 2015, the
current notional amount hedged of the senior debt at Centinela was $105.0 million (2014 $140.0 million) and the current notional amount
hedged of the long-term loans at Railway and other transport services was $120.0 million (2014 $150.0 million).
d) Maturity profile
The maturity profile of the Groups borrowings is as follows:
At 31 December 2015
Corporate loans
Other loans
Finance leases
Preference shares
At 31 December 2014
Corporate loans
Other loans
Finance leases
Preference shares
Within
1 year
$m
Between
12 years
$m
Between
25 years
$m
After
5 years
$m
2015
Total
$m
(181.8)
(571.6)
(5.5)
(758.9)
(315.9)
(59.7)
(7.9)
(383.5)
(684.1)
(29.9)
(22.0)
(736.0)
(390.5)
(483.2)
(3.0)
(876.7)
(1,572.3)
(1,144.4)
(35.4)
(3.0)
(2,755.1)
Within
1 year
$m
Between
12 years
$m
Between
25 years
$m
After
5 years
$m
2014
Total
$m
(34.8)
(241.2)
(8.5)
(284.5)
(209.5)
(35.0)
(7.5)
(252.0)
(996.9)
(97.0)
(10.3)
(1,104.2)
(302.8)
(409.2)
(20.3)
(3.1)
(735.4)
(1,544.0)
(782.4)
(46.6)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
The amounts included above for finance leases are based on the present value of minimum lease payments.
2014
$m
(6.8)
(9.0)
(8.6)
(19.6)
(44.0)
8.6
(35.4)
(10.4)
(8.2)
(14.2)
(25.0)
(57.8)
11.3
(46.5)
All leases are on a fixed payment basis and no arrangements have been entered into for contingent rental payments.
e) Borrowings facilities
The undrawn committed borrowing facilities available at the end of each year, in respect of which all conditions precedent had been met
atthose dates, were as follows:
2014
$m
1,378.1
1,563.2
53.1
15.4
1,378.1
1,631.7
GOVERNANCE
2015
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
Within 1 year
Between 12 years
Between 25 years
After 5 years
Total minimum lease payment
Less amounts representing finance charges
Present value of minimum lease payment
2015
$m
OVERVIEW
The total minimum lease payments for these finance leases may be analysed as follows:
The available facilities comprise general working capital facilities at the Groups operating subsidiaries all of which were undrawn at the end
ofeach year. Ofthese facilities, $1,351.7 million (2014 $1,548.6 million) are denominated in US dollars, $26.4 million (2014 $24.3 million)
inUnidades de Fomento (ie inflation-linked Chilean pesos), nil (2014 nil) in Euro and nil (2014 $58.8 million) in Chilean pesos.
Trade payables
Other payables and accruals
Total
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
$m
2014
$m
2015
$m
2014
$m
(207.6)
(271.3)
(478.9)
(406.5)
(387.3)
(793.8)
(24.4)
(24.4)
(4.8)
(4.8)
(207.6)
(295.7)
(503.3)
(406.5)
(392.1)
(798.6)
OTHER INFORMATION
Trade payables and accruals principally comprise amounts outstanding for trade purchases and ongoing costs.
The average credit period taken for trade purchases is 30 days (2014 48 days).
Financial assets
Derivatives in designated hedge accounting relationships
Available-for-sale investments
Loans and receivables at amortised cost (including cash and cash equivalents)
Fair value through profit and loss (liquid investments and mark-to-market debtors)
Financial liabilities
Derivatives in designated hedge accounting relationships
Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost
Fair value through profit and loss (mark-to-market payables)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2015
$m
2014
$m
0.2
2.7
1,703.9
925.4
0.2
15.6
1,895.2
1,529.1
(3.5)
(3,235.5)
(22.9)
(629.7)
(11.0)
(3,104.1)
(70.6)
254.4
Financial assets
Derivatives in designated hedge accounting relationships
Available-for-sale investments
Debtors mark-to-market
Fair value through profit and loss
Financial liabilities
Derivatives in designated hedge accounting relationships
Creditors mark-to-market
Level 1
$m
Level 2
$m
Level 3
$m
Total
2015
$m
Total
2014
$m
2.7
925.4
0.2
1.3
0.2
2.7
1.3
925.4
0.2
15.6
1,529.1
928.1
(3.5)
(22.9)
(24.9)
(3.5)
(22.9)
903.2
(11.0)
(70.6)
1,463.3
If the copper forward price as at the reporting date had decreased by 10 cents, net earnings would have decreased by $17.2 million (2014
decrease by $16.5 million) and hedging reserves in equity would have increased less than $0.4 million (2014 increase less than $0.1 million).
When considered appropriate, the Group uses forward exchange contracts and currency swaps to limit the effects of movements in exchange
rates in foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The Group may also use these instruments to reduce currency exposure on future
transactions and cash flows. Details of any exchange rate derivatives entered by the Group in the year are given in Note 26.(d).
The currency exposure of the Groups cash, cash equivalents and liquid investments is given in Note 23, and the currency exposure of the
Groups borrowings is given in Note 26.b. The effects of exchange gains and losses included in the income statement are given in Note 5.
Exchange differences on translation of the net assets of entities with a functional currency other than the US dollar (the most material of which
is Aguas de Antofagasta S.A.) are taken to the currency translation reserve and are disclosed in the Consolidated statement of changes in
equity on page 123.
The impact on profit or loss is as a result of the retranslation of monetary financial instruments (including cash, cash equivalents, liquid
investments, trade receivables, trade payables and borrowings). The impact on equity is as a result of changes in the fair value of derivative
instruments which are effective designated cash flow hedges, and changes in the fair value of available-for-sale equity investments.
The calculation assumes that all other variables, such as interest rates, remain constant.
If the US dollar had strengthened by 10% against the Chilean peso as at the reporting date, net earnings would have decreased by $2.9 million
(2014 decrease by $6.2 million); and hedging reserves in equity would have decreased by nil (2014 decrease by $6.1 million). If the US dollar
had weakened by 10% against the Chilean peso as at the reporting date, net earnings would have increased by $1.7 million (2014 increased
by $15.2 million); and hedging reserves in equity would have increased by nil (2014 increase by $ 0.7 million).
(iii) Interest rate risk
The Groups policy is generally to borrow and invest cash at floating rates. Fluctuations in interest rates may impact the Groups net finance
income orcost, and to a lesser extent on the value of financial assets and liabilities. TheGroup occasionally uses interest rate swaps and collars
to manage interest rate exposures on a portion of its existing borrowings. Details of any interest rate derivatives entered into by the Group are
given in Note 26(d)(i).
Interest rate exposure of the Groups borrowings is given in Note 24.
OTHER INFORMATION
Currency sensitivity
The sensitivity analysis below shows the impact of a movement in the US dollar/Chilean peso exchange rate on the financial instruments held
as at thereporting date.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Given the significance of the US dollar to the Groups operations, this is the presentational currency of the Group for internal and external
reporting. TheUS dollar is also the currency for borrowing and holding surplus cash, although a portion of this may be held in other currencies,
notably Chilean pesos and sterling, to meet short-term operational and capital commitments and dividend payments.
GOVERNANCE
In addition, a movement in the average copper price during the year would impact revenue and earnings. A 10 cents change in the average
copper price during the year would have affected net earnings by $62.5 million (2014 $64.7 million) and earnings per share by 6.3 cents
(2014 6.6 cents), based on production volumes in 2015, without taking into account the effects of provisional pricing and hedging activity.
A$1 change in the average molybdenum price for the year would have affected net earnings by $9.4 million (2014 $7.0 million), and earnings
per share by 1.0 cents (2014 0.7 cents), based on production volumes in 2015, and without taking into account the effects of provisional
pricing. A $100 change in the average gold price for the year would have affected net earnings by $10.4 million (2014 $9.7 million), and
earnings per share by 1.1 cents (2014 1.0 cents), based on production volumes in 2015, and without taking into account the effects of
provisional pricing.
STRATEGIC REPORT
If the copper forward price as at the reporting date had increased by 10 cents, net earnings would have increased by $18.5 million
(2014 increase by $16.5 million) and hedging reserves in equity would have decreased less than $0.4 million (2014 decrease less
than$0.1 million).
OVERVIEW
At 31 December 2015
At 31 December 2014
Between
12 years
$m
After
2 years
$m
2015
Total
$m
(309.0)
(200.2)
(2.8)
(477.0)
(1.0)
(990.0)
(286.5)
(29.6)
(2.7)
(1.9)
(1.1)
(321.8)
(276.9)
(59.5)
(7.9)
(3.0)
(23.7)
(1.5)
(372.5)
(1,231.4)
(708.9)
(22.0)
(0.7)
(1,963.0)
(2,103.8)
(998.2)
(35.4)
(3.0)
(503.3)
(3.6)
(3,647.3)
Less than
6months
$m
Between
6 months
to 1 year
$m
Between
12 years
$m
After
2 years
$m
2014
Total
$m
(41.9)
(208.5)
(4.5)
(785.8)
(5.6)
(1,046.3)
(49.7)
(34.8)
(4.6)
(8.0)
(1.9)
(99.0)
(357.8)
(36.7)
(7.6)
(3.1)
(4.2)
(2.4)
(411.8)
(1,568.9)
(607.8)
(29.9)
(0.6)
(1.1)
(2,208.3)
(2,018.3)
(887.8)
(46.6)
(3.1)
(798.6)
(11.0)
(3,765.4)
GOVERNANCE
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares
Trade and other payables
Derivative financial instruments
Between
6 months
to 1 year
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
Corporate loans
Other loans (including short-term loans)
Finance leases
Preference shares*
Trade and other payables
Derivative financial instruments
Less than
6months
$m
OVERVIEW
The following table analyses the maturity of the Groups contractual commitments in respect of its financial liabilities and derivative financial
instruments. The table has been drawn up based on the undiscounted cash flows on the earliest date on which the Group can be required
topay. Thetable includes both interest and principal cash flows.
*T
he preference shares pay an annual dividend of 100,000 ($160,334) in perpetuity, and accordingly it is not possible to determine total amounts payable for periods without a fixed end date.
The Group occasionally uses derivative financial instruments, in general to reduce its exposure to commodity price, foreign exchange and
interest rate movements. The Group does not use such derivative instruments for speculative trading purposes.
The Group has applied the hedge accounting provisions of IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. Changes in the
fair value of derivative financial instruments that are designated and effective as hedges of future cash flows have been recognised directly
in equity, with such amounts subsequently recognised in the income statement in the period when the hedged item affects profit or loss.
Any ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the income statement. Realised gains and losses on commodity derivatives recognised
in the income statement have been recorded within revenue. Thetime value element of changes in the fair value of derivative options is
excluded from the designated hedging relationship, and is therefore recognised directly in the income statement within other finance items.
Realised gains and losses and changes in the fair value of exchange and interest derivatives are recognised within other finance items for
those derivatives where hedge accounting has not been applied. When hedge accounting has been applied the realised gains and losses
onexchange and interest derivatives are recognised within other finance items and interest expense respectively.
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Commodity derivatives
Centinela
Exchange derivatives
Antucoya
Interest derivatives
Centinela
Railway and other transport services
Impact on reserves
Net financial
asset/(liability)
31 December
2015
$m
Realised
gains/(losses)
2015
$m
Total net
gain/(loss)
2015
$m
Gains/(Losses)
resulting from
mark-to-market
adjustments on
hedging instruments
2015
$m
(0.1)
(0.1)
(0.1)
0.1
0.2
0.2
4.0
(3.6)
(2.3)
(5.8)
(3.6)
(2.3)
(5.8)
3.1
0.5
7.5
(2.9)
(0.5)
(3.3)
Impact on reserves
Net financial
asset/(liability)
31 December 2014
$m
Commodity derivatives
Centinela
Michilla
Exchange derivatives
Michilla
Antucoya
Interest derivatives
Centinela
Railway and other transport services
Realised
gains/(losses)
2014
$m
Total net
gain/(loss)
2014
$m
Gains/(losses) resulting
from mark-to-market
adjustments on
hedging instruments
2014
$m
0.1
18.3
(5.0)
0.1
13.3
0.6
(6.2)
0.2
(4.1)
(0.1)
(4.1)
(0.1)
(1.7)
(3.8)
(4.0)
(4.8)
(1.0)
8.5
(5.1)
(4.8)
(1.0)
3.4
3.4
(1.0)
(8.7)
(6.0)
(1.0)
(10.8)
The gains/(losses) recognised in reserves are disclosed before non-controlling interests and tax.
At December 2015, the credit risk implicit in the liability is $0.1 million (2014 $0.1 million). The differences between the carrying amount and
the amount the entity would be contractually required to pay at the maturity date are not material.
The net financial asset/(liability) resulting from the balance sheet mark-to-market adjustments are analysed as follows:
Analysed between:
Current assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
2015
$m
2014
$m
0.2
(2.0)
(1.5)
(3.3)
0.2
(7.5)
(3.5)
(10.8)
OVERVIEW
Covering a
period up to:
31/1/2016
b) Interest derivatives
The Group periodically uses interest derivatives to reduce its exposure to interest rate movements.
STRATEGIC REPORT
Centinela
Copper production
hedged
tonnes
300
Start date
Maturity date
15/2/2011
12/8/2014
15/8/2018
12/8/2019
105.0
120.0
Weighted average
fixed rate
%
3.372
1.634
GOVERNANCE
Centinela Concentrates
Railway and other transport services
Maximum notional
amount
$m
The actual notional amount hedged depends upon the amount of the related debt currently outstanding.
When awards vest under the Plan, participants become entitled to receive a cash payment by reference to the number and portion of
awards that have vested and the market value of the Companys ordinary shares on the date of vesting. There is no exercise price payable
byparticipants in respect oftheawards.
Restricted Awards can only vest in full if participants remain employed by the Group for three years from the date that Restricted Awards are
granted. Inordinary circumstances, the first one-third of a Restricted Award will vest after one year, the second one-third will vest after two
years and the remaining one-third will vest after three years. There are no performance criteria attached to Restricted Awards. The fair value
of Restricted Awards granted under the Plan is recorded as a compensation expense over the vesting periods, with a corresponding liability
recognised for the fair value of the liability at the end of each period until settled.
Performance Awards only vest if certain performance criteria are met. The performance criteria reflect a number of factors including total
shareholder return, earnings levels, growth in the Groups reserves and resources and project delivery targets. The fair value of Performance
Awards under the Plan is recorded as a compensation expense over the vesting period, with a corresponding liability at the end of each period
until settled.
A One-off Award was granted to Diego Hernndez, the Group CEO, following his appointment during 2012. This award was granted for
the same purpose as the awards granted under the LTI Plan but by reference to metrics which are specific to the participants role as CEO.
The award vested during 2015.
OTHER INFORMATION
Performance Awards: These awards are conditional rights to receive cash payment by reference to a specified number of the Companys
ordinary sharessubject to both the satisfaction of a performance condition and the relevant employee remaining employed by the Group
when the Performance Award vests.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The long-term incentive plan (the Plan) was introduced at the end of 2011. Awards granted pursuant to the Plan form part of the
remuneration of senior managers in the Group. Directors are not eligible to participate in the Plan.
2015
2014
$10.07
27.31%
3 years
1.90%
0.13%
$11.46
28.32%
3 years
2.45%
1.30%
Expected volatility was determined by calculating the historical volatility of the Groups share price over the previous five years. The expected
life of awards used in the model has been adjusted based on managements best estimate for the effects of non-transferability and compliance
of the objectives determined according to the characteristic of each plan.
The number of awards outstanding at the end of the year is as follows:
Restricted
Awards
Performance
Awards
One-off
Award
577,319
359,786
(64,123)
(203,118)
669,864
369,302
787,222
359,786
(127,692)
1,019,316
83,496
(83,496)
The Group has recorded a liability for $8.9 million at 31 December 2015, of which $3.4 million is due after more than one year (31 December
2014 $8.9 million, of which $4.9 million was due after more than one year) and total expenses of$4.0 million for the year (2014 expense
of$5.8 million). The intrinsic value is $8.9 million.
2015
2014
4.8%
1.6%
8.6%
4.5%
2.6%
5.0%
2015
$m
2014
$m
(16.6)
(4.1)
15.5
(5.2)
(17.2)
(3.5)
12.0
(8.7)
2015
$m
2014
$m
(103.0)
(16.6)
2.3
(3.6)
(4.1)
(0.3)
14.0
8.9
15.5
(86.9)
(91.2)
(17.2)
(18.0)
0.1
(3.5)
1.1
13.7
12.0
(103.0)
OVERVIEW
The main assumptions used to determine the actuarial present value of benefit obligations were as follows:
Amounts included in the income statement in respect of severance provisions are as follows:
STRATEGIC REPORT
31 December 2015
31 December 2014
4.84%
4.53%
20-year Chilean Central Bank Bonds 20-year Chilean Central Bank Bonds
Governmental
Governmental
AA-/AA+
AA-/AA+
Secondary
Secondary
Chilean peso
Chilean peso
3 December 2015
3 December 2014
Bloomberg
Bloomberg
The discount rate is the interest rate used to discount the estimated future severance payments to their present value. The table below shows
the principal instruments and assumptions utilised in determining the discount rate:
Rate of increase in salaries
This represents the estimated average rates of future salary increases, reflecting likely future promotions and other changes. This has been
based on historical information for the Group for the period from 2012 to 2015.
Turnover rate
This represents the estimated average level of future employee turnover. This has been based on historical information for the Group for the
period from 2012 to 2015.
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Assumptions description
Discount rate
GOVERNANCE
At 1 January 2014
(Charge)/credit to income
Reclassification
Charge deferred in equity
At 1 January 2015
(Charge)/credit to income
Charge capitalised
Disposal of subsidiary
Charge deferred in equity
At 31 December 2015
Accelerated
capital
allowances
$m
Temporary
differences on
provisions
$m
Withholding
tax
$m
Short-term
differences
$m
Mining tax
(Royalty)
$m
Tax losses
$m
Total
$m
(720.0)
(257.3)
(977.3)
(99.3)
8.8
(1,067.8)
108.0
50.5
158.5
(24.1)
(1.4)
133.0
(232.0)
222.5
(9.5)
(1.9)
(11.4)
(10.9)
0.2
0.3
4.2
(6.2)
56.0
(0.8)
49.0
(35.0)
(7.2)
(42.2)
(12.9)
(55.1)
0.9
0.6
1.5
(0.8)
0.7
(889.0)
9.3
0.3
4.2
(875.2)
(83.0)
(0.8)
8.8
(1.4)
(951.6)
The credit to the income statement of $83.0 million (2014 $9.3 million charge) includes a credit for foreign exchange differences
of$1.1 million (2014 includes a credit of $2.9 million).
Certain deferred tax assets and liabilities have been offset. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset where the Group has a legally
enforceable right to doso. The following is the analysis of the deferred tax balance (after offset):
2015
$m
2014
$m
124.6
(1,076.2)
(951.6)
104.6
(979.8)
(875.2)
At 31 December 2015, the Group had unused tax losses of $9.9 million (2014 $14.3 million) available for offset against future profits.
A deferred tax asset of $2.7 million has been recognised in respect of these losses in 2015 (2014 $1.5 million). These losses may be carried
forward indefinitely.
At 31 December 2015, the aggregate amount of temporary differences associated with undistributed earnings of subsidiaries for which
deferred tax liabilities have not been recognised was $4,963.9 million (2014 $4,520.4 million). No liability has been recognised in respect of
these differences because the Group is in a position to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences and it is likely that such
differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Temporary differences arising in connection with interests in associates are insignificant.
The deferred tax balance of $951.6 million (2014 $875.2 million) includes $965.0 million (2014 $951.6 million) due in more than one year.
All amounts are shown as non-current on the face of the balance sheet as required by IAS 12.
2014
$m
(434.3)
(25.8)
(5.0)
35.7
30.1
1.5
3.8
(394.0)
(494.3)
7.4
(5.6)
0.6
48.1
0.9
6.2
2.4
(434.3)
Analysed as follows:
Decommissioning and restoration
Termination of Water concession
Balance at the end of the year
(394.0)
(394.0)
(432.6)
(1.7)
(434.3)
Decommissioning and restoration costs relate to the Groups mining operations. Costs are estimated on the basis of a formal closure plan
and are subject to regular independent formal review. It is estimated that the provision will be utilised from 2024 until 2059 based on current
mine plans.
GOVERNANCE
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
OVERVIEW
During the year ended 31 December 2015, the decommissioning and restoration provisions at the Groups mining operations decreased
byanet total of $38.6 million.
2014
Number
2015
$m
2014
$m
1,300,000,000
1,300,000,000
118.9
118.9
2015
Number
2014
Number
2015
$m
2014
$m
985,856,695
985,856,695
89.8
89.8
The Company has one class of ordinary shares which carry no right to fixed income. Each ordinary share carries one vote at any
general meeting.
There were no changes in the authorised or issued share capital of the Company in either 2014 or 2015. Details of the Companys preference
share capital, which is included within borrowings in accordance with IAS 32, are given in Note 24(a)(xviii).
OTHER INFORMATION
Authorised
Ordinary shares of 5p each
2015
Number
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The balance at the end of the year includes $31.7 million of provision related to Michilla. Following the cessation of production at Michilla
thecurrent expectation is that the majority of the closure costs will be incurred during the next three years.
Hedging reserves1
At 1 January
Parent and subsidiaries net cash flow hedge fair value gains/(losses)
Parent and subsidiaries net cash flow hedge gains/(losses) transferred to the income statement
Share of other comprehensive income/(losses) of equity accounted units, net of tax
Tax on the above
At 31 December
Available-for-sale revaluation reserves2
At 1 January
Gain/(losses) on available-for-sale investment
(Losses)/gain on available-for-sale securities transferred to the income statement
Tax on the above
At 31 December
Foreign currency translation reserves3
At 1 January
Parent and subsidiaries currency translation and exchange adjustments
Currency translation reclassified on disposal
Tax on the above
At 31 December
Total other reserves per balance sheet
Retained earnings4
At 1 January
Parent and subsidiaries profit for the year
Equity accounted units loss after tax for the year
Actuarial gains/(losses)5
Tax relating to components of other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year
Change in ownership interest in subsidiaries
Capital increase in non-controlling interest
Dividends paid
At 31 December
2015
$m
2014
$m
(36.2)
0.1
3.5
(10.2)
(1.3)
(44.1)
(6.8)
(0.2)
(8.5)
(25.2)
4.5
(36.2)
(10.7)
(3.2)
1.0
(12.9)
(30.9)
(6.1)
26.3
(10.7)
(0.5)
(1.8)
(2.3)
(59.3)
25.7
(26.2)
(0.5)
(47.4)
5,932.1
614.0
(5.8)
4.5
(1.2)
6,543.6
(127.2)
6,416.4
6,447.5
463.4
(3.6)
(13.2)
3.4
6,897.5
1.5
(2.7)
(964.2)
5,932.1
1 The hedging reserve records gains or losses on cash flow hedges that are recognised initially in equity, as described in Note 26(d).
2 The available-for-sale revaluation reserves record fair value gains or losses relating to available-for-sale investment, as described in Note 18.
3E
xchange differences arising on the translation of the Groups net investment in foreign controlled companies are taken to the foreign currency translation reserve. The cumulative differences
relating to an investment are transferred to the income statement when the investment is disposed of.
4 Retained earnings and movements in reserves of subsidiaries include those arising from the Groups share of joint operations.
5 Actuarial gains or losses relating to long-term employee benefits, as described in Note 28.
OVERVIEW
32 Non-controlling interests
The non-controlling interests of the Group during 2015 and 2014 are as follows:
Noncontrolling
interest
% Country
Elimination
of non- Hedging and
controlling
actuarial
interest gains/losses
$m
$m
At
Exchange 31 December
differences
2015
$m
$m
40.0
30.0
0.1
30.0
Chile
Chile
Chile
Chile
971.3
861.1
0.7
14.5
151.8
(46.5)
0.2
(11.9)
(80.0)
14.6
(2.7)
(0.5)
(0.8)
1.4
1,040.4
814.1
0.1
18.6
50.0
Bolivia
13.4
1,861.0
(0.1)
93.5
(80.0)
14.6
(13.3)
(13.3)
(2.6)
1,873.2
At
1 January
2014
Country
$m
40.0
30.0
0.1
30.0
60.0
Chile 1,030.9
Chile
819.8
Chile
37.4
Chile
(26.2)
USA
62.5
352.3
56.1
(0.3)
(3.8)
(12.3)
(392.0)
(15.0)
(5.2)
46.2
3.8
2.7
(32.0)
(56.7)
(19.9)
0.2
0.8
(1.7)
971.3
861.1
0.7
14.5
(1.1)
390.9
(412.2)
50.0
2.7
(88.7)
(20.6)
(0.2)
(0.2)
13.4
1,861.0
50.0
Bolivia
14.7
1,939.1
Share of
dividends
$m
Capital
contribution
on noncontrolling
interest
$m
Capital
increase in
noncontrolling
interest
$m
Elimination of
noncontrolling
interest
$m
Hedging and
actuarial
gains/losses
$m
At
Exchange 31 December
differences
2014
$m
$m
The proportion of the voting rights is proportional with the economic interest under the companies listed above.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Noncontrolling
interest
%
Share of
profit/
(losses) for
the financial
year
$m
GOVERNANCE
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Michilla
Antucoya
Twin Metals
Railway and
other transport
services
Total
Capital
contribution
on nonShare of
controlling
dividends
interest
$m
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Michilla
Antucoya
Railway and other
transport services
Total
At
1 January
2015
$m
Share of
profit/
(losses)
for the
financial
year
$m
OTHER INFORMATION
Los Pelambres
2015
$m
Centinela
2015
$m
Michilla
2015
$m
Antucoya
2015
$m
40.0%
248.8
670.5
2,853.6
(429.0)
(770.1)
1,040.4
490.1
(333.4)
(139.9)
30.0%
598.8
474.7
4,195.7
(561.5)
(1,517.6)
814.1
197.9
(429.7)
199.9
0.1%
96.4
26.9
0.0
(13.5)
(32.6)
0.1
26.3
(36.8)
30.0%
138.6
166.3
1,747.0
(136.1)
(1,068.8)
18.6
(104.5)
(215.0)
287.0
Los Pelambres
2014
$m
Centinela
2014
$m
Michilla
2014
$m
Antucoya
2014
$m
40.0%
219.5
473.1
2,968.2
(475.2)
(783.7)
(971.3)
1,376.1
(408.9)
(914.9)
30.0%
760.2
457.2
4,295.1
(869.7)
(1,681.2)
(861.1)
744.5
(838.9)
(1.1)
0.1%
68.8
64.1
47.8
(47.5)
(66.4)
(0.7)
65.2
(10.5)
(20.0)
30.0%
171.1
78.4
1,458.4
(796.0)
(867.4)
(14.5)
(158.5)
(676.6)
959.1
2015
$m
2014
$m
1,118.4
576.1
10.2
(859.0)
39.2
5.8
60.5
137.7
(230.6)
858.3
1,573.5
606.0
(24.1)
(57.9)
62.1
4.1
32.1
124.8
187.2
2,507.8
Exchange
$m
At 31 December 2015
$m
(171.3)
225.0
(8.5)
4.8
50.0
50.0
(36.4)
(36.4)
0.8
1.4
3.0
0.1
5.3
(31.1)
807.5
924.1
1,731.6
(753.4)
(1,963.3)
(5.5)
(29.9)
(3.0)
(2,755.1)
(1,023.5)
At 1 January 2014
$m
Cash flows
$m
Other
$m
Exchange
$m
At 31 December 2014
$m
613.7
2,071.4
2,685.1
259.2
(542.3)
(283.1)
(27.5)
(27.5)
845.4
1,529.1
2,374.5
(329.4)
(985.0)
(11.6)
(44.6)
(3.3)
(1,373.9)
1,311.2
29.7
(1,042.2)
12.2
(1,000.3)
(1,283.4)
23.7
(23.3)
(9.1)
6.6
(2.1)
(2.1)
0.2
0.2
(27.3)
(276.0)
(2,050.5)
(8.5)
(38.0)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
(1.6)
c) Net debt
Cash, cash equivalents and liquid investments
Total borrowings
2014
$m
1,731.6
(2,755.1)
(1,023.5)
2,374.5
(2,376.1)
(1.6)
2015
$m
2014
$m
27.8
36.6
At the balance sheet date, the Group had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating
leases, which fall due as follows:
2015
$m
2014
$m
32.4
33.8
66.2
30.5
33.3
0.8
64.6
Operating lease payments relate mainly to rental of plant and equipment by operating subsidiaries of the Group.
OTHER INFORMATION
2015
$m
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(1.5)
(605.0)
(606.5)
(306.9)
(139.2)
11.5
0.3
(434.3)
(1,040.8)
GOVERNANCE
845.4
1,529.1
2,374.5
(276.0)
(2,050.5)
(8.5)
(38.0)
(3.1)
(2,376.1)
(1.6)
STRATEGIC REPORT
Other
$m
OVERVIEW
2015
2014
$1.4828 = 1;
$1 = Ch$710.16
$1.5284 = 1;
$1 = Ch$654.47
$1.6426 = 1;
$1 = Ch$606.75
$1.6072 = 1;
$1 = Ch$570.15
As explained in Note 17, the Group has a 50.1% interest in Energa Andina, which is a joint venture with Origin Energy Geothermal Chile
Limitada for the evaluation and development of potential sources of geothermal and solar energy. The balance due from Energa Andina S.A.
to the Group at 31 December 2015 was nil (2014 less than $0.1 million). During the year ended 31 December 2015, the Group contributed
$1.3 million to Energa Andina (2014 $7.7 million).
OVERVIEW
STRATEGIC REPORT
The Groups 50% (2014 0%) interest in Minera Zaldvar was acquired on 1 December 2015 (see Note 17), which is a joint venture with Barrick
Gold Corporation. Antofagasta is the operator of Zaldvar from 1 December 2015 onwards. The balance due from Zaldvar to Group companies
at the end of the year was less than $0.1 million.
As explained in Note 17, the Group has a 40% interest in Inversiones Hornitos S.A., which is accounted for as an associate. The Group paid
$140.5 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $175.3 million) to Inversiones Hornitos in relation to the energy supply contract at Centinela.
During 2015, the Group has received dividends from Inversiones Hornitos S.A. for $12.1 million (2014 $20.0 million).
As explained in Note 17, the Group has a 30% interest in Parque Elico El Arrayn S.A. (El Arrayn), which is accounted for as an associate.
The Group paid $42.0 million (year ended 31 December 2014 $12.0 million) to El Arrayn in relation to the energy supply contract at Los
Pelambres. During 2015, the Group has contributed nil to El Arrayn (2014 $2.6 million).
GOVERNANCE
Antofagasta plc or its subsidiaries are subject to various claims which arise in the ordinary course of business. No provision has been made
in the financial statements and none of these claims are currently expected to result in any material loss to the Group. Details of the principal
claims in existence either during, or at the end of, the period and the current status of these claims are set out below:
Los Pelambres Mauro tailings dam
Two of these claims are currently ongoing and Los Pelambres is continuing to take necessary steps to protect its position.
In the first claim, the plaintiffs have argued that the tailings dam affects their alleged water rights and the environment. This allegation is based
on assertions that the dam interferes with the flow and quality of the water in the Pupo stream, a stream that passes through the valley in
which the dam is built down to the Caimanes community. This claim was rejected by the trial Court of Los Vilos in a judgement issued in
November 2012, which was then affirmed by the Court of Appeals of La Serena in August 2013. In October 2014, the Supreme Court, by
a 32 majority decision, upheld the appeal and ordered Los Pelambres to submit back to the trial Court of Los Vilos, within one month, an
implementation plan for works that would ensure that the operation of the dam does not affect the normal flow and quality of the waters of the
Pupo stream. Los Pelambres believes that the requirements of this order have already been met as Los Pelambres has undertaken significant
works to ensure that the flow of the Pupo stream is not altered and that the operation of the tailings dam does not affect the quantity or quality
of these waters something that has been confirmed by accredited independent assessors and other public services in Chile and confirmed
by the Supreme Court in a parallel decision. Nevertheless, on 21 November 2014, Los Pelambres submitted this plan to the trial Court of
Los Vilos. On 6 March 2015, that Court found that the plan submitted by Los Pelambres was not sufficient to address the requirements of
the Supreme Court order, and as a consequence Los Pelambres must demolish part, or all, of the tailings dam wall. Los Pelambres appealed
the Courts decision and in December 2015 the Court of Appeals ordered that, before it issues its decision, a Court appointed engineer must
review the plan submitted by Los Pelambres and issue a report explaining whether or not the proposed works are enough to ensure that the
flow of the Pupo stream to the Caimanes community is not altered by the operation of the tailings dam and, if the proposed works are not
deemed to be sufficient to achieve this purpose, what additional or other works must be performed by Los Pelambres to achieve this goal.
That report is currently pending.
OTHER INFORMATION
As previously announced, during 2008 Los Pelambres entered into binding settlements in respect of litigation relating to the Mauro tailings
dam. Since then, there have been a series of civil claims filed by some members of the Caimanes community (which is located near the Mauro
tailings dam) seeking to stop the operation of the dam. Many of these claims have been rejected by the relevant courts.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OVERVIEW
39 Antofagasta plc balance sheet of the Parent Company and related notes
At 31 December 2015
Fixed assets
Investment in subsidiaries
Debtors loans to group undertakings
Tangible fixed assets
535.6
500.0
0.7
1,036.3
600.5
600.5
39D
49.8
1.0
184.1
3.4
238.3
1,274.6
44.7
66.5
2.3
113.5
714.0
(6.8)
(297.7)
(66.2)
970.1
(296.6)
(183.1)
417.4
(3.0)
967.1
(3.1)
414.3
89.8
89.8
199.2
678.1
967.1
199.2
Current assets
Debtors amounts falling due within one year
39E
Reserves
125.3
414.3
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
39D
GOVERNANCE
2014
$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
$m
Notes
Jean-Paul Luksic
Chairman
William Hayes
Senior Independent Director and
Chairman Audit and Risk Committee
39 Antofagasta plc Balance sheet of the Parent Company and related notes continued
Statement of changes in equity of the Parent Company
Called up
ordinary
share capital
$m
Share
premium
$m
Retained
earnings
$m
Total
$m
89.8
89.8
89.8
199.2
199.2
199.2
141.3
948.2
(964.2)
125.3
680.0
(127.2)
678.1
430.3
948.2
(964.2)
414.3
680.0
(127.2)
967.1
The ordinary shares rank after the preference shares in entitlement to dividend and on awinding-up. Each ordinary share carries one vote at
anygeneral meeting.
Antofagasta plc is a company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in the United Kingdom at Cleveland House 33 King Street, London.
39A Basis of preparation of the balance sheet andrelated notes of the Parent Company
The Antofagasta plc Parent Company balance sheet and related notes have been prepared in accordance with FRS 101, which applies
the recognition and measurement bases of IFRS with reduced disclosure requirements. The financial information has been prepared on a
historical cost basis. The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. Thefunctional currency of the Company and
thepresentational currency adopted is US dollars.
The following exemptions from the requirements of IFRS have been applied in the preparation of these financial statements, in accordance
with FRS 101:
Paragraphs 45(b) and 46 to 52 of IFRS 2, Share-based payment (details of the number and weighted-average exercise prices of share
options, and how the fair value of goods or services received was determined)
IFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
Paragraphs 91 to 99 of IFRS 13 Fair value measurement (disclosure of valuation techniques and inputs used for fair value measurement
ofassets and liabilities)
Paragraph 38 of IAS 1 Presentation of financial statements comparative information requirements in respect of:
(i) paragraph 79(a)(iv) of IAS 1;
(ii) paragraph 73(e) of IAS 16 Property, plant and equipment; and
(iii) paragraph 118(e) of IAS 38 Intangible assets (reconciliations between the carrying amount at the beginning and end of the period)
The following paragraphs of IAS 1, Presentation of financial statements:
10(d), (statement of cash flows);
10(f) (a statement of financial position as at the beginning of the preceding period when an entity applies an accounting policy
retrospectively or makes a retrospective restatement of items in its financial statements, or when it reclassifies items in its
financial statements);
16 (statement of compliance with all IFRS);
38A (requirement for minimum of two primary statements, including cash flow statements);
38B-D (additional comparative information);
40A-D (requirements for a third statement of financial position;
111 (cash flow statement information); and
134136 (capital management disclosures).
IAS 7 Statement of cash flows
Paragraph 30 and 31 of IAS 8 Accounting policies, changes in accounting estimates and errors (requirement for the disclosure
ofinformation when an entity has not applied a new IFRS that has been issued but is not yet effective)
Paragraph 17 of IAS 24 Related party disclosures (key management compensation)
The requirements in IAS 24 Related party disclosures to disclose related party transactions entered into between two or more members
ofa group.
OVERVIEW
As permitted by section 408 of the Companies Act 2006, the profit and loss account of the Parent Company is not presented as part of these
financial statements. The profit after tax for the year of the Parent Company amounted to $680.0 million (2014 $948.2 million).
b) Revenue recognition
Dividends proposed by subsidiaries are recognised as income by the Company when they represent a present obligation of the subsidiaries,
iein the period in which they are formally approved for payment.
Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and the effective interest rate applicable, which is the rate
that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial asset to that assets net carrying amount.
d) Investments in subsidiaries
Investments in subsidiaries represent equity holdings in subsidiaries and long-term amounts owed by subsidiaries. Such investments are
valued atcost less any impairment provisions. Investments are reviewed for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the
carrying amount may not be recoverable. The recoverable amount of the investment is the higher of fair value less cost to dispose and value
inuse. As explained in Note 39D, amounts owed by subsidiaries due in currencies other than the functional currency are translated at year end
rates of exchange with any exchange differences taken to the profit and loss account.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2014
$m
0.6
0.1
0.7
The above employee figures exclude Directors who receive Directors fees from Antofagasta plc. Details of fees payable to Directors are set
out in the Remuneration Report.
OTHER INFORMATION
As explained above, the presentational and the functional currency of the Company is US dollars, and ordinary share capital and share premium
are translated into US dollars at historical rates of exchange based on dates ofissue.
GOVERNANCE
c) Dividends payable
Dividends proposed are recognised when they represent a present obligation, ie in the period in which they are formally approved for payment.
Accordingly, an interim dividend is recognised when paid and a final dividend is recognised when approved by shareholders.
STRATEGIC REPORT
a) Currency translation
The Companys functional currency is the US dollar. Transactions in currencies other than the functional currency aretranslated at the
exchange rate ruling at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities, including amounts due from or to subsidiaries, denominated
in currencies other than the functional currency are retranslated at year end exchange rates. Gains and losses on retranslation are included
innetprofit or loss for the year.
39 Antofagasta plc balance sheet of the Parent Company and related notes continued
39D Subsidiaries
a) Investment in subsidiaries
2015
$m
2014
$m
57.6
478.0
535.6
57.6
542.9
600.6
Shares
$m
Loans
$m
Total
$m
57.6
57.6
542.9
(64.9)
478.0
600.5
(64.9)
535.6
1 January 2015
Loans repaid
31 December 2015
The above amount of $478.0 million (2014 $542.9 million) in respect of amounts owed by subsidiaries due after more than one year relates
tolong-term funding balances which form an integral part of the Companys long-term investment in those subsidiary companies.
A one-off repayment of capital following the sale of Aguas de Antofagasta S.A. was made during 2015 and therefore it is still appropriate to
consider the rest of the loans as part of the investment in subsidiary.
b) Trade and other receivables amounts owed by subsidiaries due after one year
At 31 December 2015, an amount of $500.0 million was owed to the Company by an indirect subsidiary, pursuant to a ten-year
loan agreement.
c) Trade and other receivables amounts owed by subsidiaries due within one year
At 31 December 2015, amounts owed by subsidiaries due within one year were $49.8 million (2014 $44.7 million).
39E Borrowings preference shares
The authorised, issued and fully paid preference share capital of the Company comprised 2,000,000 5% cumulative preference shares of
1each at both 31 December 2015 and 31 December 2014. As explained inNote 39B(f), the preference shares are measured in the balance
sheet in US dollars at period-end rates of exchange.
The preference shares are non-redeemable and are entitled to a fixed 5% cumulative dividend, payable in equal instalments in June and
December of each year. On a winding-up, the preference shares are entitled to repayment and any arrears of dividend in priority to ordinary
shareholders, but are not entitled to participate further in any surplus. Each preference share carries 100 votes (see Note 24.(a).(xviii)) at any
general meeting.
Other information
184
186
194
197
Shareholder information
200
ibc
OVERVIEW
Five-year summary
STRATEGIC REPORT
GOVERNANCE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OTHER INFORMATION
Five-year summary
2015
US$m
2014
US$m
2013
US$m
2012
US$m
2011
US$m
150.1
8,601.1
2.0
263.9
1,146.6
292.9
2.7
124.6
10,583.9
2,953.2
(1,438.6)
(3,579.2)
8,519.3
89.8
199.2
118.6
8,227.1
2.6
247.8
198.1
239.5
15.6
104.6
9,153.9
3,661.2
(1,163.4)
(3,617.0)
8,034.7
89.8
199.2
133.0
7,424.8
3.3
252.7
175.2
180.8
16.6
76.9
8,263.3
4,126.3
(1,130.6)
(2,595.4)
8,663.6
89.8
199.2
157.6
6,513.2
162.5
3.5
106.5
108.3
8.0
44.5
103.8
7,207.9
5,655.9
(1,295.1)
(2,763.9)
8,804.8
89.8
199.2
155.3
6,443.0
104.7
3.1
84.8
67.7
47.6
36.5
83.2
7,025.9
4,679.3
(985.3)
(2,912.5)
7,807.4
89.8
199.2
6,357.1
6,646.1
1,873.2
8,519.3
5,884.7
6,173.7
1,861.0
8,034.7
6,435.5
6,724.5
1,939.1
8,663.6
6,821.6
7,110.6
1,694.2
8,804.8
5,907.2
6,196.2
1,611.2
7,807.4
2015
US$m
2014
US$m
2013
US$m
2012
US$m
2011
US$m
3,394.6
304.4
259.4
(160.4)
99.0
602.7
701.7
(93.5)
608.2
890.7
5,145.6
1,583.6
1,515.6
(702.3)
813.3
37.4
850.7
(390.9)
459.8
2,141.4
5,971.6
2,157.7
2,083.5
(843.7)
1,239.8
1,239.8
(580.2)
659.6
2,702.2
6,740.1
2,852.7
2,761.8
(1,022.2)
1,739.6
1,739.6
(702.4)
1,037.2
3,864.4
6,076.0
3,097.4
3,076.2
(946.2)
2,130.0
2,130.0
(893.4)
1,236.6
3,660.5
2015
cents
2014
cents
2013
cents
2012
cents
2011
cents
61.7
46.6
66.9
105.2
125.4
2015
cents
2014
cents
2013
cents
2012
cents
2011
cents
3.1
3.1
12.9
21.5
21.5
97.8
95.0
95.0
90.0
21.0
77.5
98.5
44.5
20.0
24.0
60.0
120.0
2011
US$m
858.3
(38.6)
(427.1)
392.6
2,507.8
(45.4)
(641.5)
1,820.9
2,659.2
(57.2)
(896.5)
1,705.5
3,826.0
(88.1)
(901.2)
2,836.7
3,552.5
(69.3)
(1,018.1)
2,465.1
(29.9)
12.1
414.8
20.0
372.7
278.9
1.1
(496.0)
1.2
(1,165.9)
(1,046.9)
11.0
(638.9)
(1,613.7)
16.5
(1,204.5)
(1,334.2)
14.0
(1,041.3)
(868.1)
24.8
(1,338.2)
(670.5)
21.7
(1,813.5)
(127.2)
(80.0)
452.0
244.8
(1.5)
(964.2)
(412.4)
1,019.4
(357.2)
259.2
(975.0)
(452.3)
(418.2)
(1,845.5)
(1,181.3)
(438.7)
(702.7)
105.6
(1,035.8)
462.7
(1,183.0)
(741.2)
(114.5)
(2,038.7)
(1,387.1)
2015
US$m
2014
US$m
2013
US$m
2012
US$m
2011
US$m
1,731.6
(758.9)
(1,996.2)
(2,755.1)
(1,023.5)
2,374.5
(284.5)
(2,091.6)
(2,376.1)
(1.6)
2,685.1
(341.0)
(1,032.9)
(1,373.9)
1,311.2
4,291.9
(447.0)
(1,442.2)
(1,889.2)
2,402.7
3,280.0
(301.9)
(1,838.4)
(2,140.3)
1,139.7
1N
on-current inventories refer to ore stockpiles that are expected to be processed more than 12 months after the statement of financial position date. The 2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012 balances have
been prepared on this basis, and the 2011 balance has been restated to reflect this classification.
2T
he 2012 figures have been restated as a result of the adoption of IFRS 11 Joint Arrangements and the application of the amendments to IAS 19 Employee Benefits in 2013. The 2011 balance have
not been restated.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2012
US$m
GOVERNANCE
2013
US$m
STRATEGIC REPORT
2014
US$m
OVERVIEW
2015
US$m
3 In 2012 the Consolidation income statement included $500.0 million as a provision against the carrying value of property, plant and equipment relating to the Antucoya project. Excluding this
exceptional item profit before tax was $3,254.2 million.
5 The 2014 figures have been restated as results of IFRS 5 Non-current Assets Held for sale and Discontinued Operations related to ADASA and FCA sale during 2015.
OTHER INFORMATION
4E
BITDA refers to Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization. EBITDA is calculated by adding back depreciation, amortization, profit or loss on disposals and impairment charges
tooperating profit from subsidiaries and joint ventures.
At 31 December 2015
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
Group subsidiaries
2015
2014
2015
2014
2015
0.022
0.015
0.019
0.022
0.015
0.019
0.05
0.04
0.05
577.0
616.2
1,263.4 1,266.3
1,840.4 1,882.5
0.50
0.41
0.44
0.50
0.42
0.44
0.012
0.012
0.012
0.011
0.012
0.012
0.20
0.13
0.15
44.3
39.1
83.3
56.2
43.2
99.4
0.69
0.54
0.62
0.73
0.57
0.66
1.3
103.8
105.2
188.5
7.9
100.8
108.7
208.1
0.31
0.29
0.29
0.44
0.31
0.30
0.30
0.47
45.6
142.9
188.5
64.1
144.0
208.1
0.68
0.36
0.44
0.67
0.38
0.47
622.6
680.3
1,406.3 1,410.3
2,028.9 2,090.6
0.51
0.41
0.44
0.52
0.41
0.45
374.0
312.6
686.6
384.1
297.6
681.6
0.36
0.31
0.34
0.36
0.31
0.34
109.4
6.2
115.6
0.55
0.42
0.54
4,139.8
2.7
2.7
4,142.8
0.48
1.20
1.20
0.48
2015
374.1
81.2
455.3
4,595.1
2014
4,142.8
Copper
(%)
2015
0.55
0.53
0.55
0.49
2014
0.48
Molybdenum
(%)
2015
2014
2015
0.05
0.04
0.04
0.20
0.13
0.16
Gold
(g/tonne)
2015
2014
2014
422.6
362.6
785.2
436.7
384.0
820.7
403.9
884.4
1,288.3
431.3
886.4
1,317.7
31.0
27.3
58.3
39.3
30.3
69.6
0.9
5.5
72.7
70.6
73.6
76.1
132.0
145.7
31.9
44.9
100.0
100.8
132.0
145.7
435.8
476.2
984.4
987.2
1,420.2 1,463.4
261.8
268.8
218.8
208.3
480.6
477.2
109.4
6.2
115.6
2.7
2.7
2,801.7 2,764.0
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2015
2014
187.1
40.6
227.7
3,029.3 2,764.0
OTHER INFORMATION
0.61
0.57
0.59
2014
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
0.61
0.60
0.61
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
GOVERNANCE
2015
Gold
(g/tonne)
727.9
640.0
1,367.8
704.4
604.3
1,308.7
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
Group joint ventures
2014
Molybdenum
(%)
STRATEGIC REPORT
Ore reserves
Los Pelambres (see Note (a))
Proved
Probable
Total
Centinela (see Note (b))
Centinela Concentrates
Proved
Probable
Sub-total
El Tesoro
Tesoro Central, Tesoro North-East, Mirador
Proved
Probable
Sub-total
El Tesoro ROM (Esperanza Oxides)
Proved
Probable
Sub-total
Total
Centinela Cathodes
Proved
Probable
Sub-total
Centinela Total
Proved
Probable
Total
Antucoya (see Note (c))
Proved
Probable
Total
Encuentro (see Note (d))
Proved
Probable
Total
Michilla (see Note (e))
Proved
Probable
Total
Group total
Copper
(%)
OVERVIEW
Mineral Resources
(including ore reserves)
Los Pelambres (see Note (a))
Sulphides
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Total
Centinela (see Note (b))
Centinela Concentrates
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Sub-total
Centinela Cathodes
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Sub-total
Centinela Total
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Total
Antucoya (see Note (c))
Oxides
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Total
Encuentro (see Note (d))
Oxides
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Sub-total
Sulphides
Measured
Indicated
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Sub-total
Total
2014
Copper
(%)
2015
2014
Molybdenum
(%)
2015
2014
Gold
(g/tonne)
2015
1,151.2 1,064.8
2,262.8 2,174.9
3,414.0 3,239.7
2,690.1 2,984.4
6,104.1 6,224.1
0.59
0.53
0.55
0.46
0.51
0.60
0.53
0.55
0.47
0.51
0.022
0.015
0.018
0.015
0.016
0.023
0.015
0.018
0.015
0.017
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.06
0.06
599.8
1,650.2
2,249.9
965.7
3,215.7
643.4
1,660.3
2,303.7
1,028.5
3,332.2
0.49
0.39
0.41
0.32
0.38
0.48
0.38
0.41
0.31
0.38
0.012
0.012
0.012
0.011
0.012
0.011
0.012
0.012
0.011
0.011
0.19
0.12
0.14
0.09
0.13
87.9
230.0
317.9
19.8
337.7
102.4
233.7
336.1
22.9
358.9
0.59
0.34
0.41
0.35
0.41
0.59
0.35
0.42
0.27
0.41
687.6
745.8
1,880.2 1,894.0
2,567.8 2,639.7
985.6 1,051.3
3,553.4 3,691.1
0.50
0.38
0.41
0.32
0.39
0.50
0.38
0.41
0.31
0.38
437.3
446.7
463.0
442.4
900.3
889.0
354.7
315.4
1,255.1 1,204.4
0.34
0.30
0.32
0.27
0.31
0.34
0.30
0.32
0.28
0.31
134.5
43.8
178.2
1.2
179.4
142.4
27.8
170.2
8.6
178.8
0.52
0.31
0.47
0.31
0.46
0.47
0.31
0.44
0.32
0.44
407.9
498.2
906.1
126.9
1,032.9
1,212.4
424.0
544.0
967.9
172.7
1,140.6
1,319.4
0.53
0.35
0.43
0.31
0.42
0.42
0.53
0.35
0.43
0.29
0.41
0.41
0.015
0.014
0.015
0.012
0.014
0.21
0.17
0.19
0.13
0.18
2014
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.06
0.06
0.19
0.12
0.14
0.09
0.12
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2015
2014
690.7
638.9
1,357.7 1,305.0
2,048.4 1,943.8
1,614.1 1,790.7
3,662.5 3,734.5
419.8
450.4
1,155.1 1,162.2
1,575.0 1,612.6
676.0
719.9
2,251.0 2,332.5
61.5
71.7
161.0
163.6
222.5
235.3
13.9
16.0
236.4
251.3
481.3
522.1
1,316.1 1,325.8
1,797.5 1,847.8
689.9
735.9
2,487.4 2,583.8
306.1
312.7
324.1
309.6
630.2
622.3
248.3
220.8
878.6
843.1
134.5
43.8
178.2
1.2
179.4
142.4
27.8
170.2
8.6
178.8
407.9
498.2
906.1
126.9
1,032.9
1,212.4
424.0
544.0
967.9
172.7
1,140.6
1,319.4
2015
2014
2015
2014
Molybdenum
(%)
2015
2014
Gold
(g/tonne)
2015
86.8
93.1
86.8
93.1
38.7
29.8
125.5
122.8
706.1
690.6
706.1
690.6
712.2
521.8
1,418.2 1,212.4
1,543.7 1,335.2
0.43
0.43
0.35
0.40
0.37
0.37
0.30
0.34
0.34
0.42
0.42
0.33
0.40
0.37
0.37
0.30
0.34
0.35
0.007
0.007
0.007
0.007
0.06
0.06
0.05
0.05
11.0
11.0
281.8
281.8
292.8
17.5
17.5
275.8
275.8
293.3
0.30
0.30
0.41
0.41
0.41
0.30
0.30
0.43
0.43
0.42
0.05
0.05
0.2
8.0
8.2
13.4
21.6
1.1
17.7
18.8
10.2
29.0
50.6
0.7
10.2
10.9
22.0
32.9
1.5
35.3
36.8
30.7
67.5
100.4
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.28
0.35
0.41
0.36
0.37
0.29
0.34
0.34
0.46
0.44
0.44
0.27
0.33
0.38
0.34
0.34
0.27
0.31
0.31
0.15
0.14
0.14
0.09
0.12
2014
22.0
23.2
45.2
15.1
60.3
23.2
23.6
46.8
15.4
62.2
86.8
93.1
86.8
93.1
38.7
29.8
125.5
122.8
706.1
690.6
706.1
690.6
712.2
521.8
1,418.2 1,212.4
1,543.7 1,335.2
5.6
5.6
143.7
143.7
149.3
8.9
8.9
140.7
140.7
149.6
0.2
8.0
8.2
13.4
21.6
1.1
17.7
18.8
10.2
29.0
50.6
0.7
10.2
10.9
22.0
32.9
1.5
35.3
36.8
30.7
67.5
100.4
OTHER INFORMATION
1.70
1.50
1.60
1.69
1.62
2015
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1.72
1.51
1.61
1.72
1.64
GOVERNANCE
23.2
23.6
46.8
15.4
62.2
22.0
23.2
45.2
15.1
60.3
2014
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
STRATEGIC REPORT
Copper
(%)
OVERVIEW
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2014
Copper
(%)
2015
2014
Molybdenum
(%)
2015
2014
Gold
(g/tonne)
2015
2014
10.3
3.4
13.7
0.5
14.2
14.2
0.52
0.41
0.49
0.33
0.49
0.49
26.9
3.8
30.8
0.6
31.4
31.4
0.53
0.43
0.52
0.44
0.51
0.51
30.4
40.8
30.4
40.8
1,873.4 1,240.2
1,873.4 1,240.2
1,903.8 1,281.0
0.31
0.31
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.39
0.39
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.011
0.011
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2015
2014
9.1
3.0
12.2
0.5
12.6
12.6
19.1
2.7
21.9
0.4
22.3
22.3
15.5
15.5
955.4
955.4
970.9
20.8
20.8
632.5
632.5
653.3
2015
0.63
0.58
0.59
0.49
0.56
0.52
0.52
0.46
0.48
0.43
0.43
0.48
0.48
0.43
0.47
0.52
0.48
0.43
0.45
2015
465.1
111.1
576.3
6.0
582.3
2014
Measured + Indicated
Inferred
Total
2015
0.53
0.50
0.52
0.61
0.53
2014
2014
2015
2014
0.48
0.43
0.46
0.47
0.42
0.45
2014
0.20
0.19
0.19
0.16
0.18
0.16
0.16
0.15
0.15
0.16
0.16
0.17
0.17
0.15
0.17
0.17
Nickel
(%)
2015
Copper
(%)
10,660.9 9,993.2
8,314.9 7,889.6
18,975.7 17,882.9
2015
0.20
0.19
0.19
0.16
0.18
0.16
0.16
0.15
0.15
0.16
0.16
0.17
0.17
0.15
0.17
0.17
Copper
(%)
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
Total Group
0.63
0.58
0.59
0.49
0.56
0.52
0.52
0.46
0.48
0.43
0.43
0.48
0.48
0.43
0.47
0.52
0.47
0.42
0.45
2015
2014
Nickel
(%)
2015
2015
2014
0.57
0.59
0.58
0.52
0.56
0.87
0.87
0.64
0.70
0.31
0.31
0.26
0.30
0.46
215.3
86.1
712.5
285.0
927.7
371.1
433.6
173.4
1,361.3
544.5
63.3
25.3
63.3
25.3
151.9
60.8
215.2
86.1
304.8
121.9
304.8
121.9
65.2
26.1
65.2
26.1
20.5
8.2
85.7
34.3
1,967.0
786.8
7,515.8 6,852.7
5,501.8 4,715.6
13,017.6 11,568.3
TPM
(g/tonne Au+Pt+Pd)
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
0.57
0.59
0.58
0.52
0.56
0.87
0.87
0.64
0.70
0.31
0.31
0.26
0.30
0.46
2015
2014
2015
2014
2015
2014
232.6
55.6
288.1
3.0
291.1
TPM
(g/tonne Au+Pt+Pd)
2014
2015
2014
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2015
2014
7,803.9 6,852.7
5,504.8 4,715.6
13,308.7 11,568.3
OTHER INFORMATION
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
2014
Attributable
tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
279.5
745.5
1,025.0
481.4
1,506.4
90.4
90.4
217.0
307.4
435.5
435.5
93.1
93.1
29.3
122.4
2,371.7
9,993.2
7,889.6
17,882.9
2015
TPM
(g/tonne Au+Pt+Pd)
GOVERNANCE
279.5
745.5
1,025.0
481.4
1,506.4
90.4
90.4
217.0
307.4
435.5
435.5
93.1
93.1
29.3
122.4
2,371.7
10,084.6
8,308.9
18,393.5
2014
Nickel
(%)
STRATEGIC REPORT
Copper
(%)
OVERVIEW
Tonnage
(millions of tonnes)
Llano deposit is covered by AMSA and Centinela mining tenements shared in different proportions. Under these constraints the Group owns
71.1% of Llano. The cut-off grade applied to the determination of mineral resources for oxides is 0.15% copper. For 2015, the resource model
has been updated with 47 drill holes for a total of 7,514 metres. Llano has been upgraded to Mineral Resources in 2015.
OVERVIEW
j) Llano
k) Los Volcanes
Los Volcanes is 51% owned by the Group. The cut-off grade applied to the determination of mineral resources for both oxides and sulphides
is0.20% copper.
STRATEGIC REPORT
For 2015, the mineral resource model has been updated with two extensions of previous drill holes, and additional assaying carried out to
complete legacy data, for a total of 1,985 metres. The increase of 622 million tonnes in mineral resources is due principally to updated the
resource model and updates to the economical parameters used in the resource pit shell.
Twin Metals has a 70% interest in the Birch Lake Joint Venture (BLJV) which holds the Birch Lake, Spruce Road and Maturi Southwest
deposits, as well as a portion of the main Maturi deposit. The prices used for the Twin Metals resource estimate remain unchanged from 2014.
GOVERNANCE
The cut-off grade applied to the determination of mineral resources is 0.3% copper, which when combined with credits from nickel, platinum,
palladium and gold, is deemed appropriate for an underground operation. In the resource table TPM (Total Precious Metals) refers to the
sum of platinum, palladium and gold values in grammes per tonne. The TPM value of 0.57 for the Maturi resource estimate is made up of
0.15 g/tonne platinum, 0.34 g/tonne palladium and 0.08 g/tonne gold. The TPM value of 0.30 for the Maturi Southwest resource estimate is
made up of 0.08 g/tonne platinum, 0.17 g/tonne palladium and 0.05 g/tonne gold. The TPM value of 0.70 g/tonne for the Birch Lake resource
estimate is made up of 0.19 g/tonne platinum, 0.41 g/tonne palladium and 0.10 g/tonne gold. The Spruce Road resource estimate does not
include TPM values as they were not assayed.
m) Zaldvar
Tonnes range
(million tonnes)
Mineral deposit
Rencoret
Total
15
15
25
25
1.22
1.22
Grade range
(% Cu)
Number
drill
holes
Total
metres
1.00
1.00
31
31
8,300
8,300
Ownership
interest
(%)
100.0
Mineral deposit
Brujulina
Total
50
50
80
80
0.65
0.65
Grade range
(% Cu)
Number
drill
holes
Total
metres
0.53
0.53
159
159
15,300
15,300
Ownership
interest
(%)
51.0
OTHER INFORMATION
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Antofagasta acquired 50% of Minera Zaldvar Barrick Gold Corporation. The transaction was completed on 1 December 2015 and Antofagasta
became the operator of the mine. Reserves included in reserves pit shell considered a copper price of 3.0 US$/lb while the Mineral Resource
pit shell was 3.50 US$/lb.
Production
Production and sales volumes,
realised prices and cash cost by mine
Copper
Los Pelambres
Centinela
Michilla
Antucoya
Zaldvar (attributable basis 50%)
Group total
Group weighted average (net cash cost)
Group weighted average
(excluding tolling charges and before by products)
Group weighted average (before by-products)
Cash cost at Los Pelambres comprise
Cash cost before by-product credits*
By-product credits (principally molybdenum and gold)
Net cash cost
Sales
2015
000
tonnes
2014
000
tonnes
2015
000
tonnes
2014
000
tonnes
363.2
221.1
29.4
12.2
4.4
630.3
391.3
266.5
47.0
0.0
0.0
704.8
366.0
224.4
30.8
9.2
5.5
635.9
386.0
270.9
46.1
0.0
0.0
703.0
Realised prices
2015
US
2014
dollars US dollars
2015
US
2014
dollars US dollars
1.23
1.85
2.14
n/a
1.73
1.18
1.63
2.38
n/a
n/a
2.24
2.33
2.49
0.00
0.00
2.95
2.97
3.30
0.00
0.00
1.50
1.43
2.28
3.00
1.58
1.81
1.65
1.83
1.51
(0.28)
1.23
1.56
(0.38)
1.18
2.27
(0.42)
1.85
2.12
(0.49)
1.63
2015
US$m
2014
US$m
* Includes tolling charges of $0.27/lb and $0.21/lb for 2015 and 2014 respectively.
3,090.2 3,562.0
(576.1)
(10.2)
(581.7)
23.9
(67.6)
(101.9)
(94.0)
(99.2)
(167.5)
(97.3)
(75.4)
(76.5)
2,165.0 2,563.7
621,200 703,000
3,485
3,647
1.58
1.65
Sales
Realised prices
2015
US
dollars
2014
US
dollars
000
ounces
000
ounces
000
ounces
000
ounces
2.50
3.11
51.4
162.5
213.8
66.5
204.4
270.8
53.4
165.8
219.2
63.8
203.6
267.4
$/ounce
$/ounce
1,141
1,158
1,155
1,160
1,265
1,261
1,262
1,266
000
ounces
000
ounces
000
ounces
000
ounces
10.1
7.9
9.9
8.2
$/pound
$/pound
5.7
6.7
11.0
11.4
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
2015
Full year
2014
Full year
146.4
147.9
57.4
59.3
2.1
1.9
2.5
1,252
7.6
156.9
142.3
55.1
46.8
2.6
2.5
2.6
1,184
6.6
157.0
165.6
45.7
55.3
2.6
2.6
2.1
1,107
4.8
169.9
180.3
55.7
57.9
2.8
2.8
2.0
1,077
4.3
630.3
635.9
213.9
219.2
10.1
9.9
2.3
1,155
5.7
704.8
703.0
270.9
267.4
7.9
8.2
3.0
1,262
11.0
1.83
1.43
1.93
1.60
1.67
1.42
1.65
1.38
1.81
1.50
1.83
1.43
151.8
0.69
87.0
78.8
79.9
0.02
81.3
2.1
1.9
11.3
12.4
1.60
1.27
181.5
0.66
86.1
90.6
83.5
0.02
80.1
2.6
2.5
11.0
10.1
1.73
1.44
169.7
0.72
89.2
96.2
98.9
0.02
83.8
2.6
2.6
13.2
13.6
1.32
1.08
170.2
0.72
89.3
97.6
103.8
0.02
76.6
2.8
2.8
15.9
17.3
1.40
1.15
168.2
0.70
87.9
363.2
366.0
0.02
80.4
10.1
9.9
51.4
53.4
1.50
1.23
176.3
0.70
89.4
391.3
386.0
0.02
83.8
7.9
8.2
66.5
63.8
1.56
1.18
LME average
Gold
Los Pelambres
Centinela Concentrates
Group total
Market average price
Molybdenum
Los Pelambres
Market average price
Semiannual information
Group Total
Total copper production volume (000 tonnes)
Total copper sales volume (000 tonnes)
Total gold production volume (000 ounces)
Total gold sales volume (000 ounces)
Total molybdenum production volume (000 tonnes)
Total molybdenum sales volume (000 tonnes)
Weighted average realised copper price (dollars per pound)
Realised gold price (dollars per ounce)
Realised molybdenum price (dollars per pound)
Weighted average cash costs (dollars per pound)
OTHER INFORMATION
2014
000
tonnes
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2015
000
tonnes
GOVERNANCE
2014
000
tonnes
STRATEGIC REPORT
2015
000
tonnes
OVERVIEW
Production
Mining production and sales, cash cost reconciliation, transport and water statistics
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
2015
Full year
2014
Full year
74.7
0.71
88.0
38.4
37.8
0.3
78.8
46.1
46.9
82.9
0.62
86.6
39.9
32.8
0.3
71.6
44.1
36.7
85.9
0.51
84.2
31.9
39.7
0.2
69.8
32.5
41.7
93.3
0.50
83.0
34.9
35.4
0.2
68.0
39.8
40.6
84.2
0.58
85.5
145.2
145.6
0.2
72.3
162.5
165.8
85.8
0.65
88.2
172.8
178.8
0.3
74.7
204.4
203.6
25.4
1.17
70.6
19.2
21.9
21.8
26.2
0.96
64.8
15.2
18.1
18.2
25.0
0.97
71.1
15.7
18.7
19.0
25.0
0.85
69.6
14.3
17.2
19.8
25.4
0.98
68.9
64.4
75.9
78.8
25.2
1.31
70.5
83.6
93.8
92.1
2.06
1.58
2.22
1.77
2.36
2.02
2.47
2.08
2.27
1.85
2.12
1.63
6.8
1.00
78.1
5.6
7.3
8.4
2.48
7.1
1.35
79.3
6.0
8.3
7.8
2.04
6.80
1.43
78.9
6.1
8.0
8.0
2.06
2.90
1.35
74.0
4.4
5.8
6.7
1.97
5.9
1.28
78.2
22.1
29.4
30.8
2.14
12.2
1.13
79.5
40.1
47.0
46.1
2.38
1,714
1,693
1,482
1,742
6,805
7,302
Semiannual information
Duluth
ADR
EBITDA
AIFR
Alto Maipo
ECONSSA
AMSA
EIA
El Arrayn
El Tesoro
Antucoya
ENAP
ATI
Encuentro
Energa Andina
Australian currency.
Banco de Chile
Barrick Gold
EPS
Esperanza
Capex
Capital expenditure(s).
Esperanza Sur
Cash costs
ESSAN
ETF
EU
European Union.
FCA
FCAB
CDP
Centinela
Centinela
Mining District
CGU
Cash-Generating Unit.
Government
Chilean peso
Chilean currency.
Group
Comex
Hedge
accounting
Companies
Act 2006
Company
Antofagasta plc.
Continental water
IAS
IASB
ICMM
IFRIC
IFRS
Inversiones
Hornitos
Corporate
Governance
Code
Directors
GHG
Greenhouse Gas.
OTHER INFORMATION
CCU
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Australian
dollars
GOVERNANCE
Annual report
STRATEGIC REPORT
ADASA
OVERVIEW
IVA
Key Management
Personnel
Tethyan
KPI
TSR
LBMA
LIBOR
LME
Los Pelambres
Twin Metals
Minnesota
Project
UK
United Kingdom.
UKLA
US
United States.
US dollars
Zaldvar
LSE
LTIFR
LTIP
Madeco
Marubeni
Michilla
Mirador
Platts
PPA
Provisional
pricing
Quienco
Ramsar
Convention
Realised prices
Reko Diq
Run-of-river
SERNAGEOMIN
SHFE
Sterling
UK currency.
SVS
Telgrafo
Mining industry
Brownfield project
By-products
(credits in copper
concentrates)
Concentrate
Contained copper
Copper cathode
Cut-off grade
Flotation
Grade A
copper cathode
Greenfield project
Heap-leaching
JORC
Leaching
Currency abbreviations
MW
US dollar.
$000
Thousand US dollars.
$m
Million US dollars.
Pound sterling.
000
Open pit
Pence sterling.
C$
Canadian dollar.
C$m
Ch$
Chilean peso.
Ch$000
Ch$m
A$
Australian dollar.
A$000
A$m
Ore
Ore grade
Ore reserves
Payable copper
Porphyry
Run-of-Mine
(ROM)
SX-EW
Tailings dam
TC/RCs
Tolling charges
tpd
Underground mine
lb
Pound.
oz
A troy ounce.
000 m3
000 tonnes
1 kilogramme =
2.2046 pounds.
1 metric tonne =
1,000 kilogrammes.
1 kilometre =
0.6214 miles.
1 troy ounce =
31.1 grammes.
Chemical symbols
Cu
Copper.
Mo
Molybdenum.
Au
Gold.
Ag
Silver.
OTHER INFORMATION
Stockpile
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
GOVERNANCE
Oxide and
Sulphide ores
STRATEGIC REPORT
OVERVIEW
Mineral resources
Shareholder information
Registrars
Share capital
Details of the Companys ordinary share capital are given in Note 31
to the financial statements.
Website
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releases and other presentations are available on the Groups website
at www.antofagasta.co.uk.
Registered office
Cleveland House
33 King Street
London SW1Y 6RJ
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 20 7808 0988
Santiago office
Antofagasta Minerals
Av. Apoquindo 4001 Piso 18
Santiago, Chile
Tel: +562 2798 7000
Registered number
1627889
Additional information can be found in the Shareholder Information
section of the Notice of Annual General Meeting and on the
Groups website.
Directors
Jean-Paul Luksic
William Hayes
Gonzalo Menndez
Ramn Jara
Juan Claro
Hugo Dryland
Tim Baker
Manuel Lino Silva De Sousa-Oliveira (Ollie Oliveira)
Andrnico Luksic
Vivianne Blanlot
Jorge Bande
Company secretary
Chairman
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Non-Executive
Julian Anderson
Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Solicitor
Clifford Chance LLP
Financial advisors
N M Rothschild & Sons
Stockbrokers
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
J.P. Morgan Cazenove
Banker
The Royal Bank of Scotland plc
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